Manager

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aluminium manufacturing company in the UAE seeks an experienced professional to lead In-Country Value (ICV) strategies aimed at maximizing local economic contributions. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, monitoring ICV performance, and developing local supplier capabilities. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of experience in supply chain or procurement, with strong data analytical and communication skills. This is a key role in supporting the UAE's local industry growth.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement, business development, or sustainability.
• 3-5 years in data analytics, ICV/responsible sourcing programs, or roles in metals/mining.
• Track record in local supplier development and manufacturing development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of ICV strategies for maximum local economic contribution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate ICV early in planning stages.
• Monitor and report on ICV and SME performance, providing insights to leadership.

Skills

Data analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Sustainability, or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

SAP

Job description

Overview

JOB PURPOSE: Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of In-Country Value (ICV) strategies to maximize local economic contributions in the UAE. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external partners, and government entities to align ICV efforts with EGA's aspiration to increase local economic contribution and overall corporate strategy, while optimizing cost, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance. Develop and grow local business and manufacturing including SMEs in UAE to boost the local economy and industry.

Key Responsibilities

• ICV Strategy and Business Development
• Lead in-depth analysis of EGA procurement data, market trends, and local opportunities to develop and implement robust ICV strategies aimed at increasing local content across projects, including backward integration to reduce dependency on external sourcing.
• Collaborate with procurement and business areas to integrate ICV from planning stages, identifying opportunities for new local industries where EGA may co-invest or lead.
• Develop business cases for ICV-related initiatives, including partnerships for local supplier development, and ensure alignment with corporate strategy through coordination with Strategy & Corporate Development.
• Steer localization and award-weighting decisions across ~USD 1.8B/year and ~30,000 PO lines at EGA to maximize UAE value retention in line with MoIAT’s AED 300B 2031 industrial target.
• Prioritize and mature opportunities for local business growth including SMEs to support EGA operational and corporate requirement.
• Attract suppliers of all categories for materials and services to establish manufacturing facilities and service centers in UAE.
• Influence EGA end users for sourcing toward UAE-made solutions while safeguarding quality, cost, delivery and develop supplier ecosystems (qualification, dual-sourcing, resilience).
• Monitor and review the EGA ICV model in place and recommend improvements where applicable.
• Support initiatives related to Make it in the Emirates.
• Support build EGA’s SME program end-to-end (policies, database, IT capture, adoption with end users), partners with government to enable SMEs, and coaches SMEs on cost/quality/delivery/ESG to be tender-ready.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Supplier Development
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and engagements with internal stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, government entities and external partners to promote EGA's ICV strategy and foster collaborations.
• Support a cross-company (Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, ESG) ICV agenda with one direct report and engage in multi-function delivery with external partners (MoIAT/OEMs/SMEs/MIITE).
• Participate in industry conferences to promote EGA's ICV.
• Establish supplier development programs, providing training, education, and support to enhance local suppliers' capabilities.
• Risk Assessment and Compliance
• Develop and revise ICV and SME related policies, processes, and procedures periodically, aligning with industry leaders.
• Co-shapes national ICV policy with MoIAT and continuously updates EGA ICV policies/procedures and governance to raise ICV year-on-year.
• Reporting and Performance Management
• Monitor, measure, and report on ICV and SME performance, spend, and project progress, generating insightful data analyses and dashboards for senior leadership.
• Set and track KPIs for ICV and SME, focusing on local value creation.
• Ensure compliance with internal ICV and SME policies and contribute to continuous improvement projects using Lean methodology.
• Plan and manage supplier events aimed at recognizing suppliers and promoting awareness of key initiatives such as In-Country Value (ICV), Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Responsible Sourcing.
• System/Process Improvement and Digitalization
• Liaise with IT to propose and implement system enhancements for ICV and SME tracking, supplier qualification, and data gathering.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities where advanced manufacturing, digital tools, or automation can increase local production capability and supplier competitiveness.
• Explore with international OEMs, technology providers, and academic institutions to promote joint ventures or partnerships that localize advanced technologies in the UAE.
• Environment, Health & Safety
• Comply with all relevant EHS policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
• Team Leadership
• Lead and mentor junior team members (e.g., analysts) in ICV initiatives, providing on-the-job training and performance feedback ensuring knowledge transfer and best practices.

Authority / Decision Making

• Explore & authorize supplier lists and ICV-related decisions subject to alignment with senior leadership.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to explore opportunities, develop roadmaps for projects and recommend projects for further development to Strategy & Corporate Development (SCD) team.
• Follow EGA’s Delegation of Authority for all other actions, escalating complex issues to senior leadership.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Sustainability, or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 8-10 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement, business development, or sustainability, with at least 3-5 years in data analytics, ICV/responsible sourcing programs, or related roles in metals/mining industry. Track record in local supplier development and manufacturing development.
• Skills: Strong data analytical skills, including category spend analysis and market trend evaluation.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), SAP, and supply chain tools/systems.
• Understanding of aluminium industry challenges, market trends, and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and drive initiatives with agility and structure.