Indirect Purchasing Manager

Huda Beauty; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty brand in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Indirect Purchasing Manager to optimize procurement strategies for categories including Marketing and IT. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing contracts, and championing sustainable procurement practices. Candidates should have a strong background in procurement, exceptional negotiation skills, and a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. A collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement is essential. The position includes valuable benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Monthly Self-Love Days

Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Monthly coaching sessions

Employee discounts

Quarterly product gifting

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in indirect procurement roles.
• Advanced contract management skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies across all indirect categories.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers to secure best conditions.
• Analyze procurement data to identify savings opportunities.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Data analytics

Sustainability knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Purchasing, Business, Economics

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Data analytics platforms

Job description

Who We Are: At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award‑winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world’s fastest growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit, this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!

Summary: The Indirect Purchasing Manager will play a central role in defining and executing strategies across key procurement areas, including Supply Chain, Marketing, Logistics, IT, and other indirect procurement categories. Reporting to the Vice President, this role focuses on optimizing costs, building strong supplier partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence. With a balance of strategic insight, negotiation skills, and collaborative leadership, the Indirect Purchasing Manager will drive sustainable, high‑quality procurement solutions aligned with the company objectives and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management: Identify goods and services needs across the company (e.g., office supplies, marketing, PR, logistics, IT and more).
• Develop and implement category strategies that deliver cost‑optimization, risk‑mitigation and value creation.
• Negotiate commercial terms (pricing, delivery times, payment terms, rebates, exclusivity…) with suppliers to secure best conditions.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers, anticipating opportunities and risks.
• Manage procurement contracts and ensure supplier compliance with contractual and policy requirements.
• Provide clear recommendations and summaries to the VP for decision‑making and top‑management alignment.
• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Analyse expenditure and procurement data to identify savings opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare and present reports on supplier performance, market trends, and procurement achievements.
• Track procurement KPIs such as cost reduction, lead‑time efficiency, and process optimisation.
• Provide clear, concise, and executive‑ready reporting and insights to support VP communication with top‑management.
• Digital Transformation & Process Optimisation: Lead the implementation of advanced procurement tools and ERP systems.
• Drive automation of routine tasks and adoption of digital solutions across teams.
• Ensure accuracy and visualisation of data (dashboards, KPIs) to enable real‑time decision‑making at VP and leadership level.
• Champion digital best‑practices and ensure training for internal stakeholders.
• Sustainability & Responsible Procurement: Champion sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
• Partner with suppliers to integrate sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
• Benchmark and provide sustainability reporting and storytelling to strengthen company positioning with top‑management.
• Embed responsible sourcing practices into procurement strategies and decision‑making.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Collaborate cross‑functionally to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Build strong internal and external networks to influence, align, and secure stakeholder engagement.
• Promote awareness of procurement policies and foster compliance across departments.
• Lead continuous‑improvement initiatives to optimise processes and enhance stakeholder satisfaction.

Requirements

• Technical Skills: Expertise in procurement and supplier management, with solid experience in indirect categories such as Marketing, Logistics, IT, and Office supplies; advanced negotiation and contract management skills; proficiency in ERP systems, procurement tools, and data analytics platforms; strong knowledge of sustainability practices and regulatory requirements.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and conflict‑resolution abilities; proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence; ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and a broader professional network.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time‑management skills, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously; analytical mindset with the ability to make strategic, data‑driven decisions.
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Purchasing, Business, Economics, or a related field; minimum of 5 to 7 years of significant professional experience in a similar role; demonstrated success in implementing digital procurement solutions and sustainability initiatives.

Benefits & Perks

• Monthly “Self‑Love Days” – at company discretion.
• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Monthly coaching sessions with our in‑house Success Coach.
• Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products.
• Quarterly product gifting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.