Head of Procurement (Facilities/Security/Manpower Services)

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai, UAE seeks an experienced procurement leader to direct end-to-end sourcing, contracting, and supply chain strategies across manpower, facilities management, and security services.

The role manages large budgets, builds strategic vendor partnerships, and ensures compliance with local regulations, while leading a team of procurement professionals and driving process digitization and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in procurement and supply chain management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience ideally within GCC or regional FM and security sectors.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in related field; professional certifications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end sourcing, contracting, and supply chain strategies.
• Oversee budgets for manpower, FM, and security services.
• Lead vendor management, KPI/SLA establishment, and risk mitigation.
• Digitize procurement processes using ERP systems to shorten cycle times.
• Monitor regulatory alignment and ensure procurement compliance.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Summary: The role will direct the end-to-end sourcing, contracting, and supply chain strategies. They oversee complex, high-volume budgets for manpower, facilities management (FM), and security services. The role mitigates operational risks, builds strategic vendor partnerships, and ensures full compliance with local regulatory frameworks.

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Facilities Management: Develop strategic sourcing plans for maintenance, HVAC, cleaning, catering, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) services to guarantee operational continuity and cost-effectiveness.
• Security Services: Manage preferred vendor agreements for physical security guards, CCTV surveillance, and access control systems.
• Manpower Solutions: Source and maintain relationships with international recruitment agencies, talent suppliers, and HR outsourcing services.
• Performance Tracking: Establish strict Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for all service providers.
• Market Analysis: Monitor global and regional commodity/labor markets to optimize pricing and identify alternative suppliers.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead high-stakes negotiations for long-term service contracts while collaborating with the legal team to minimize corporate liability.

Leadership & Operations

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of procurement specialists, buyers, and sourcing managers.
• Budget Oversight: Design and manage the overarching procurement budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and driving financial efficiency across the enterprise.
• Process Optimization: Spearhead the digitization of procurement processes utilizing ERP systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle) to reduce sourcing cycle times.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Regulatory Alignment: Ensure all procurement activities comply with industry standards and local regulations (e.g., UAE Ministry of Interior security mandates or labor laws).
• Risk Mitigation: Perform continuous vendor risk assessments to prevent supply chain disruptions or service shortages.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally within the GCC or regional FM and security sectors.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related engineering/facilities field.
• Professional Certifications: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) is strongly preferred.
• Core Competencies: Expert-level commercial negotiation, highly developed analytical skills, and strong cross-functional communication abilities.