Logistics Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim is seeking an experienced Logistics Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationships for domestic and international logistics services. The role spans transportation, warehousing, 3PL/4PL, and customs brokerage, driving total cost of ownership optimization and measurable improvements.

The candidate will collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, IT, and business units to deliver complex sourcing projects, negotiate contracts, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or Business.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CIPS certification or equivalent highly desirable.
• APICS CSCP/CLTD or similar logistics certs advantageous.
• 7–10 years of procurement experience with focus on logistics categories.
• Experience in global freight sourcing and 3PL/4PL procurement.
• Hands-on experience with RFx processes and electronic auctions.
• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop logistics category strategies for domestic and international services.
• Lead end-to-end S2C activities for logistics categories.
• Negotiate Master Service Agreements and SLAs with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Support network optimization, tender management, and cost savings initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Engineering/Business

Master's degree preferred

CIPS/CSCP/CLTD certification desirable

Tools

TMS

WMS

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Logistics Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing Job Snapshot

Role: Logistics Procurement Manager - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain - Function: Purchasing - Experience: 7-10 years - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Al-Futtaim Group is seeking an experienced Logistics Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationships for domestic and international logistics services. The role covers transportation, warehousing, last-mile delivery, customs brokerage, and third-party and fourth-party logistics (3PL/4PL). The Logistics Procurement Manager will develop sourcing strategies that optimize total cost, strengthen supplier performance, manage operational risks, and maintain compliance with applicable trade and procurement requirements. Working with Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, IT, and business unit stakeholders, the successful candidate will lead complex sourcing projects, negotiate logistics contracts, support network optimization, and deliver measurable cost savings and service improvements. The position requires 7-10 years of procurement experience with a strong focus on logistics categories, including global freight sourcing, 3PL procurement, contract management, and advanced commercial analysis.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain - Function: Purchasing - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Logistics Category Strategy - Develop, implement, and regularly update procurement category strategies for domestic and international logistics services.
• Manage sourcing strategies covering transportation, warehousing, last-mile delivery, customs brokerage, and 3PL/4PL services.
• Align logistics procurement objectives with business requirements, supply chain priorities, and operational service expectations.
• Conduct market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, supplier capabilities, and potential commercial risks.
• Define sourcing waves and maintain a procurement project pipeline to support upcoming business requirements.
• Apply total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, should-cost modelling, and lane-level cost analysis to evaluate sourcing alternatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency while maintaining required service levels.
• Freight Cost and Network Optimization - Analyze freight costs, transport lanes, rate structures, and logistics service requirements.
• Apply index-based pricing approaches and appropriate fuel surcharge governance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to align logistics demand, forecasts, and capacity requirements.
• Support logistics network optimization, including distribution center footprint, shipment consolidation, and transport mode selection.
• Evaluate Incoterms arrangements, load consolidation opportunities, and routing guides to reduce lead times and costs.
• Use commercial modelling and benchmarking to support procurement recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve resource utilization and logistics efficiency.
• Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management - Lead end-to-end Source-to-Contract (S2C) activities for assigned logistics categories.
• Conduct supplier market scans and manage Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and electronic auctions.
• Evaluate supplier submissions and lead commercial negotiations.
• Manage complex logistics tenders, sourcing transitions, and network changes.
• Negotiate and support the preparation of Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and related commercial contracts.
• Ensure sourcing projects are delivered within agreed objectives and timelines.
• Maintain accurate contract repositories, including relevant metadata, renewal information, and alerts.
• Support the effective management of contractual obligations throughout supplier relationships.
• Supplier Relationship and Performance Management - Establish supplier relationship management (SRM) governance for strategic carriers, logistics providers, and customs brokers.
• Manage supplier lifecycle activities, including evaluation, selection, performance monitoring, and relationship development.
• Build productive relationships with domestic and international logistics service providers.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service levels and business requirements.
• Identify supplier performance issues and coordinate appropriate improvement actions.
• Encourage supplier innovation and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate logistics procurement data, including transport lanes, rate cards, and applicable surcharges.
• Support sustainable supplier relationships that contribute to operational reliability and commercial value.
• Trade Compliance and Logistics Risk Management - Ensure procurement activities follow applicable company policies, Incoterms 2020, customs requirements, and trade compliance obligations.
• Maintain awareness of relevant data privacy requirements.
• Identify risks associated with logistics capacity constraints, supplier performance, and international transport disruptions.
• Establish contingency capacity arrangements to support operational continuity.
• Monitor geopolitical developments, fuel price movements, and market capacity trends that may affect logistics operations.
• Assess potential sourcing and service risks and coordinate appropriate mitigation measures.
• Support compliance and risk management throughout logistics procurement projects and supplier contracts.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Governance - Work closely with business units, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to align logistics procurement activities with business objectives.
• Review logistics specifications, service requirements, SLAs, and budgets with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide commercial analysis and market insights to support procurement decisions.
• Establish cross-functional Steering Committees or Stakeholder Committees for major logistics initiatives.
• Coordinate stakeholders during sourcing projects, supplier transitions, and logistics network changes.
• Build effective working relationships and influence decisions through data-driven recommendations.
• Support consistent communication and governance across complex procurement initiatives.
• Procurement Systems and Data Analytics - Collaborate with IT teams to support the integration of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and electronic procurement platforms.
• Support the development of automated procurement and logistics KPI dashboards.
• Maintain accurate sourcing and contract information within relevant systems.
• Analyze logistics expenditure, supplier rates, fuel surcharges, and operational performance data.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and data visualization tools to support commercial evaluation and reporting.
• Apply financial analysis, indexation, and benchmarking techniques to identify procurement improvement opportunities.
• Support reliable data management practices across logistics sourcing activities.
• Sustainability and Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency and environmental performance.
• Support the monitoring of sustainability measures, including carbon dioxide emissions per shipment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on packaging optimization and logistics network improvements.
• Encourage suppliers to contribute innovative and efficient service solutions.
• Evaluate transport and operational alternatives that may improve cost, service quality, and sustainability.
• Drive process improvements that strengthen procurement effectiveness and supplier performance.
• Team Leadership and Development - Lead, coach, and develop team members involved in logistics sourcing, analytics, and contract management.
• Provide guidance on procurement methods, commercial evaluation, and supplier negotiations.
• Support succession planning and professional development for key roles.
• Ensure 100% completion of talent development plans and mandatory training.
• Maintain succession coverage for critical team positions.
• Encourage knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the procurement team.
• Required Skills and Competencies - Strong expertise in logistics procurement and strategic category management.
• Proven negotiation and contract drafting skills, including MSAs and SLAs.
• Experience managing global freight sourcing and 3PL/4PL supplier relationships.
• Advanced understanding of total cost of ownership, should-cost analysis, and logistics cost modelling.
• Strong commercial knowledge of transport rates, fuel surcharges, indexation, and benchmarking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Ability to manage complex RFPs, supplier evaluations, electronic auctions, and commercial negotiations.
• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020, customs procedures, and trade compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of logistics risk management, including capacity constraints and geopolitical disruptions.
• Experience with supplier performance management and procurement governance.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead organizational change.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication capabilities.
• Ability to develop teams and coordinate complex procurement initiatives.
• Qualifications and Experience - Bachelor 's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or Business.
• Master 's degree is preferred.
• CIPS certification or an equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.
• APICS CSCP, CLTD, or similar logistics certifications are advantageous.
• 7-10 years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on logistics categories.
• Proven experience in global freight and 3PL sourcing.
• Practical experience in logistics contract management, RFx processes, and electronic auctions.
• Working knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and customs and trade compliance.
• Hands-on experience with TMS, WMS, and electronic procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba or Coupa.
• Advanced analytical skills and financial understanding of total cost, indexation, and benchmarking.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional sourcing projects and supplier relationships.
• Performance Priorities Success in this role will be measured through the effective delivery of logistics procurement strategies, commercial savings, supplier performance improvements, and reliable service outcomes. The Logistics Procurement Manager will be expected to support competitive sourcing, maintain appropriate procurement governance, strengthen supply chain resilience, and identify opportunities for network and process optimization. Effective stakeholder collaboration, accurate procurement data, sustainability initiatives, and the development of team capabilities will also be important contributors to the role 's success.

About Al-Futtaim Group

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group is a diversified, privately held regional organization headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Group operates across five major divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare. With more than 35,000 employees across over 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, Al-Futtaim partners with more than 200 internationally recognized brands. The organization combines entrepreneurship with a strong focus on customers and continues to develop its businesses in response to changing market requirements.

Al-Futtaim 's values of Respect, Excellence, Collaboration, and Integrity guide its business relationships, operations, and commitment to customers.