Global Head of Procurement

PAY10; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Dubai is seeking a Head of Procurement to develop and manage procurement strategies that ensure effective sourcing and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, leadership experience, and knowledge of UAE laws, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of procurement experience required.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role preferred.
• Experience in fintech or tech-driven environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy.
• Collaborate with key departments to forecast procurement needs.
• Monitor procurement KPIs such as cost savings and cycle time.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Budgeting capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Finance

MBA or CIPS certification

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle

Zoho

Netsuite

Job description

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The Head of Procurement will lead and manage the end-to-end procurement strategy, ensuring effective sourcing, cost optimization, contract negotiations, vendor risk management, and regulatory compliance. This role is crucial for supporting the company's rapid scaling and infrastructure needs while maintaining financial discipline, supplier integrity, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement the procurement strategy aligned with business goals, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier consolidation, and spend optimization.
• Collaborate with key departments (Tech, Admin, HR, Legal, Compliance) to forecast procurement needs.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers across categories (IT infrastructure, SaaS, HR services, office facilities, marketing, etc.).
• Implement vendor scorecards and performance reviews.
• Ensure all supplier contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.

Process & Compliance :

Establish and standardize procurement policies, procedures, and approval workflows.

Ensure procurement compliance with CBUAE, AML / CTF requirements (where applicable), and internal controls.

Manage procurement documentation, purchase orders, and records in line with audit readiness.

Cost Control & Reporting :

Monitor procurement KPIs including savings achieved, procurement cycle time, and budget adherence.

Track and report procurement spend by category, business unit, and region.

Support Finance in accruals, cost allocations, and cash flow forecasts.

Assess and manage procurement risks, including supplier viability, data security risks with SaaS tools, and delivery disruptions.

Collaborate with Legal and Compliance on risk clauses and contract indemnities.

Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team.

Foster a culture of commercial awareness, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or CIPS certification preferred.

7–10 years of procurement experience, with 3–5 years in a leadership role.

Experience in fintech, payments, or tech-driven environments is a strong advantage.

Strong understanding of UAE procurement laws and regulatory frameworks.

Proven experience managing procurement for IT, SaaS, facilities, professional services, and cross-border vendors.

Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Strategic thinking with analytical and budgeting capabilities.

Proficiency in procurement tools (SAP Ariba, Oracle, Zoho, Netsuite, etc.).

High integrity, risk awareness, and compliance orientation.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

KPIs :

Procurement cost savings (%) vs. previous year.

Average procurement cycle time (RFQ to PO).

Contract compliance and renewal lead time.

Audit findings related to procurement processes.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance

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