Deputy Chief Procurement Officer

Azizi Developments; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Dubai-based developer seeks a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer to lead procurement strategies for large-scale real estate projects. The successful candidate will possess strong negotiation, leadership skills, and over 12 years of experience in procurement within the UAE's real estate sector. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to enhance procurement operations while working with a passionate team dedicated to quality and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of procurement experience in real estate and construction sectors.
• Extensive experience working with UAE-based developers.
• Strong negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and refine procurement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage procurement packages, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budgets.
• Lead sourcing and contract negotiations with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

CIPS certification

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Azizi Developments

We are Azizi, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team dedicated to creating beautiful homes for residents in the UAE. Our portfolio includes prime residential and commercial properties across Dubai, reflecting our commitment to transparency, customer satisfaction, quality, integrity, and value addition through a construction-driven approach.

We are seeking a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer to lead and optimize procurement strategies for large-scale real estate and construction projects. This leadership position requires expertise in procurement packages, a solid understanding of government workflows, and a background in Real Estate.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and refine procurement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
2. Manage procurement packages, ensuring they align with project timelines and budgets.
3. Lead sourcing and contract negotiations with suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and ESG principles.
4. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline procurement processes.
5. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and workflows.
6. Lead procurement planning, negotiations, and contract management for large-scale real estate projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
2. CIPS certification (or equivalent) is advantageous.
3. Minimum of 12 years of procurement experience in real estate and construction sectors.
4. Extensive experience working with UAE-based developers is essential.
5. Strong negotiation, leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills.
6. Experience in managing and developing procurement teams.
7. Knowledge of UAE procurement laws and industry best practices.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Engineering, Purchasing, Management, Construction, and Real Estate

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