Indirect Procurement Manager

Business Umbrella - Recruitment, Training, Consulting, Licensing Healthcare Education Real estate; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Umbrella in Dubai seeks a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement to source, negotiate, and manage contracts across manpower, energy, telecom, and other services. You will develop strategies, analyze markets, and benchmark suppliers to drive cost efficiency.

You will manage supplier relationships, contract terms, SLAs, and budgeting while ensuring compliance and governance. Collaboration with HR, Operations, IT, and Finance is essential to align procurement with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories. Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking.
• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers; monitor performance via SLAs and KPIs.
• Contract Management: Lead contract negotiations; draft and manage contracts; ensure clear SLAs and penalties.
• Cost Control & Budget Management: Drive cost optimization across indirect spend; track savings and procurement budgets.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with HR, Operations, Finance, IT, and Compliance to translate needs into procurement strategies.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure procurement activities comply with policies; support audits and maintain records.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle

Coupa

Job description

Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement (Manpower or Utilities Background)

The Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing contracts across all indirect spend categories, including manpower services, utilities (energy), equipment leasing (e.g., forklifts), telecommunications, audit and certification services, and other operational support services. The role ensures cost efficiency, compliance, quality, and uninterrupted service delivery in line with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
   Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories such as manpower outsourcing, energy procurement, leasing, telecom, and professional services. Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities. Build category plans with clear KPIs, cost targets, and risk mitigation strategies.
2. Supplier Management
   Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers. Develop strong supplier relationships to ensure service reliability and innovation. Monitor supplier performance through SLAs, KPIs, and periodic reviews. Manage supplier risk, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.
3. Contract Management
   
   • Lead contract negotiations to secure best commercial and legal terms.
   • Draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies.
   • Ensure contracts include clear SLAs, penalties, and performance metrics.
4. Cost Control & Budget Management
   
   • Drive cost optimization initiatives across all indirect spend areas.
   • Track and report procurement savings and cost avoidance.
   • Manage procurement budgets and ensure alignment with finance targets.
5. Stakeholder Management
   Collaborate with internal departments such as HR (manpower), Operations (forklifts), Finance, IT (telecom), and Compliance (audit certifications). Understand business needs and translate them into procurement strategies. Provide advisory support on procurement best practices.
6. Compliance & Governance
   Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits related to procurement. Maintain proper documentation and procurement records.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience, with strong exposure to indirect sourcing on Energy, Subcontracted manpower, Audit & Certifications Experience managing multiple service categories and complex contracts. Knowledge of procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle, Coupa).