Head - Procurement (UAE National)

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in the United Arab Emirates seeks a senior procurement leader to direct end-to-end sourcing, contracting, and supply chain strategies for manpower, facilities management, and security services. You will manage high-value budgets, cultivate strategic vendor partnerships, and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Responsibilities include leading a team of procurement professionals, optimizing costs, and advancing ERP-based process digitization (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in procurement and supply chain management, with 5+ years in senior leadership within GCC or regional FM/security sectors.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Certifications: CIPS or CPSM strongly preferred.
• Core competencies: expert-level commercial negotiation, analytical skills, cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end sourcing, contracting and supply chain strategies.
• Oversee budgets for manpower, FM and security services.
• Develop strategic vendor partnerships and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead procurement team and drive cost savings and efficiency.
• Spearhead digitization of procurement processes using ERP systems to reduce cycle times.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Business Administration or related field

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.