Group Commercial Manager, Energy – Middle East

GAC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics services provider in the UAE seeks a Group Commercial Manager for the Energy sector to lead regional pricing and procurement strategies. The role involves developing customer-centric pricing frameworks, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing margins in compliance with global best practices. Candidates must possess a graduate degree and over 10 years of relevant experience along with expertise in freight pricing and supplier management to join a team committed to innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics, Energy or related sectors.
• Strong expertise in chartering and energy supply chains.
• Professional background in Logistics or Energy customer supply chains preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement customer‑centric pricing frameworks.
• Design and execute procurement strategies.
• Lead pricing strategy for tenders and RFQs.
• Develop dashboards and performance metrics for data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Freight pricing expertise

Procurement management

Data performance analytics

Supplier relationship management

Commercial reporting tools

Fluency in English

Education

Graduate/Postgraduate in Shipping, Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Regional Pricing Strategy & Governance

• Develop and implement customer‑centric pricing frameworks across all transport modes.
• Ensure competitive, profitable and consistent pricing aligned with market dynamics.
• Track tender success rates, pricing accuracy and margin improvement.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Design and execute procurement strategies ensuring cost efficiency and service reliability.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long‑term customer needs.
• Drive measurable savings and ensure supplier performance excellence.

Tender Management & RFQ Support

• Lead pricing strategy for tenders and RFQs with timely, accurate, and competitive submissions.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to maximise win rates and profitability.

Data & Performance Analytics

• Develop dashboards and performance metrics to support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to leadership.

People & Collaboration

• Support the development of key account teams.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and customers to drive growth.

Compliance & HSSE

• Ensure compliance with GAC’s HSSE policies, Code of Ethics and global compliance standards including anti‑bribery, AML, and sanctions policies.

What we want from you

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Shipping, Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering or Business Management.
• At least 10 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics, Energy or related sector(s).
• Strong expertise in freight pricing, procurement, chartering and energy supply chains (Oil & Gas, EPC, Marine, Offshore Wind, Renewables).
• Professional background in Shipping, Logistics, Bunkering or Energy customer supply chains preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Power BI, and commercial reporting tools.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Why join GAC?

Founded in 1956, GAC is a privately owned global provider of shipping, logistics, and marine services, delivering high‑quality, flexible solutions to customers worldwide. We have over 300 offices in more than 50 countries, with our corporate headquarters in Dubai.

Guided by strong ethics, innovation and a people‑first approach, GAC is committed to excellence, long‑term relationships and integrated service delivery. At the heart of our organisation is the GAC Spirit, built on loyalty, quality service, valuing people and strong customer and supplier relationships.

We are committed to providing the highest standard of integrated shipping, logistics and marine services.

For more than half a century we have worked with energy companies, providing them with our range of customised shipping, logistics and offshore services. As the sector has grown and changed, so have we. Today, we apply the lessons learned from decades supporting oil & gas to the demands of the growing number of renewable energy projects around the world.

At GAC, you will be part of a globally respected organisation committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to influence regional strategy, lead high‑impact commercial initiatives and contribute to long‑term growth in the energy and logistics sectors.

Join us!

If you’re a commercially driven, strategically thinking energy expert considering your next move, we want you on our team!

GAC is looking for the right person for the role of Group Commercial Manager, Energy – Middle East. Could it be you?

About the role

If appointed, you will lead regional pricing and procurement across our range of logistics and freight services, tailored to the specific needs of the energy sector. You will be responsible for competitive pricing, optimising margins, securing reliable supplier partnerships and supporting sustainable business growth in line with our Group’s global strategy.