Deputy Manager Procurement

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Procurement Manager to lead a team of procurement professionals. This role involves driving cost savings through strategic negotiations and supplier management, ensuring compliance with procurement protocols, and developing effective training programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement management, with the ability to engage with various departments to promote best practices. If you are passionate about optimizing procurement processes and enhancing supplier relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing procurement teams and driving cost savings.
• Ability to develop and manage supplier relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement initiatives and manage supplier negotiations.
• Develop contract databases and ensure compliance with procurement processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvements.

Skills

Procurement Management

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Supplier Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Civil)

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Civil)

Nationality: Indian

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

• To manage a team of procurement executive engineers, document controllers, etc.
• The key measurement of success will be the ability to demonstrate annual cost savings via commercial, negotiation and strategic initiatives.
• To develop a suitable contract database and protocol for ongoing supplier management including the ongoing creation, rationalization and management of “preferred suppliers”, along with a clear contractor overview highlighting key contracted information (e.g. contract sum, length of term, annual increases, break-clauses, etc.).
• To effectively engage with departmental budget holders about the value of robust procurement and ensure adequate internal training and processes are understood and best practices adhered to.
• To introduce a formal ongoing tendering process and develop and roll out training so that greater control is exerted in negotiations with all.
• To undertake an initial review of the existing purchase ordering process and then implement continuous improvements where necessary to ensure that costs are monitored, reviewed, and controlled within budgetary constraints and in line with company Finance procedures.
• To lead supplier negotiations, recommend supplier selection, and implement contracts designed to encourage continual improvement.
• To support the business in its endeavors to monitor suppliers’ performance in line with KPIs, contractual obligations, and service level agreements.
• To monitor competitor and potential competitor products and services and communicate such matters to the Senior Management team.
• To undertake any other duties as requested by the Senior Management team, in accordance with the scope and responsibilities of the role.