Officer Procurement

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global trade and logistics leader in Dubai seeks a Procurement Specialist to develop sourcing strategies for various facilities management categories. The successful candidate will manage the procurement lifecycle, lead negotiations with suppliers, and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations. Strong vendor management and cost analysis skills are essential for this role. The candidate will work closely with operations teams to ensure service delivery and report on procurement performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement lifecycle and vendor management.
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
• Ability to analyze market trends and forecast demand.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for Hard & Soft FM categories.
• Manage RFQs and tenders from start to finish.
• Negotiate pricing and service level agreements with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with operations teams to meet their requirements.
• Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Vendor negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cost analysis

ISO compliance

Job description

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

Job Description

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Hard & Soft FM categories (e.g., MEP maintenance, HVAC, lifts, building fabric, utilities, cleaning, waste management, landscaping).

Manage the entire procurement lifecycle for RFQ’s and Tenders from requisition to delivery, including document preparation, vendor communication, bid evaluation, and recommendation.

Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and service providers to secure optimal pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements (SLAs).

Ensure all procured items meet We One's stringent quality standards and ISO compliance requirements.

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, conducting regular business reviews to ensure performance, quality, and compliance.

Collaborate closely with the FM Operations and Project teams to understand their requirements, forecast demand, and ensure seamless service delivery.

Continuously monitor market trends, conduct cost analysis, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and relevant UAE regulatory requirements.

Resolve issues related to purchase orders, invoices, deliveries, and supplier non-conformance in a timely manner.

Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, and supplier data within the procurement system.

Support the evaluation for the existing suppliers perofrmance and for and onboarding of new vendors, ensuring they meet all pre-qualification and compliance checks.

Provide regular reporting on procurement KPIs, savings initiatives, and category performance to management.

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DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.

Job Info

• Job Identification 20317
• Job Category Procurement Operations
• Posting Date 10/01/2025, 03:44 AM
• Locations Cargo Gate Entrance, Port Rashid, AE