Procurement And Logistics Sourcing Specialist

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation is seeking a Procurement And Logistics Sourcing Specialist to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee procurement processes. The ideal candidate will possess relevant degrees and qualifications, along with strong negotiation and evaluation skills. Join the Emirates team to contribute to enhancing procurement efficiency and achieving cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Exposure to supervising major capital acquisitions and service contracts.
• Leading negotiations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise procurement professionals to enhance customer and supplier relationships.
• Lead contract negotiations for complex services and commodities.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.

Skills

Supplier sourcing

Evaluation skills

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Education

Master's Degree in Procurement

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Job description

Procurement And Logistics Sourcing Specialist

Job Purpose
Our Procurement & Logistics group focuses on aircraft services as well as general services. They negotiate and manage contracts with third-party suppliers and find ways to mitigate costs. Our staff are dedicated professionals who enjoy the challenge of increasing productivity, boosting quality, and improving processes!

To supervise and support a team of procurement professionals to ensure best possible Customer Relationship Management and Supplier Relationship Management practices are put into place during the procurement process. Further, responsibility exists for the sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation for multiple groups of complex and high-value commodities and services to achieve value for money at the lowest total cost of ownership and the best competitive position for the company in accordance with best practice Procurement and Logistics techniques.

Job Outline

• PSS (Procurement Support System)
• Monitor Suppliers' compliance with contract terms and conditions, deliver routine attestations and reports. The job holder is also required to monitor Emirates' compliance with contract terms and conditions with various commitments.
• Manage contract library and control document access. Ensure consistent record retention with a view to establishing a shared repository with suppliers.
• Facilitate timely problem resolution of contractual issues to minimise impact of service disruptions on Emirates, coordinate appropriate reviews (including legal, Finance etc.)
• Provide support to the Manager Procurement and Logistics or Procurement and Logistics Manager in the implementation of agreed strategies to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership and/or acquisition for multiple groups of commodities and services.
• Supervise the sourcing, pre-qualifying, and evaluating suppliers by the Procurement team to assess the services and products suppliers are qualified to provide and advise senior Procurement and User Department Managers on the most appropriate commodities and services to meet specifications.
• Independently decide on and authorise supply orders and contracts for values up to AED 10,000. For contract values exceeding this, analyse and prepare reports and recommendations for review and approval at the P&L Manager/Manager P&L level as necessary.
• Supervise the development of tender documents from the Procurement team and facilitate cross-functional teams to produce detailed specifications (in conjunction with Legal, Insurance, and User departments) and to subsequently issue for tender to obtain competitive quotations. Advise senior stakeholders on commercial conditions and risk considerations.
• Lead cross-functional teams in complex negotiations on commercial considerations and operational needs for multiple groups of complex and/or high-risk commodities to ensure the company's best contractual and commercial position. Finalise and agree on documentation of commercial terms and operational requirements (contracts) with suppliers and provide the final draft for procurement management review.
• Identify and mitigate unnecessary commercial risks for the company's procurement activities and supply base across multiple commodity or service groups.
• Carry out basic feasibility studies to ensure optimal utilization of resources internally and externally from suppliers.
• Implement CRM/SRM programs across multiple commodity/service groups to ensure customer satisfaction and encourage supplier development and partnership.
• Generate and review activity and performance reports with buyers to ensure section efficiency and identify areas requiring intervention by the P&L Manager/Manager P&L.

Qualifications
Exposure to supervising major capital acquisitions and service contract tenders, leading negotiations.

Knowledge/Skills
Supplier sourcing, evaluation, and excellent influencing and negotiation skills.

P&L Requirements

• Recommended International Qualifications: MCIPS, CIPS, CPP, CSMP, CPSM, IPSCMI qualifications (CIPP, CPPP, CISCP, CICCM, CIPN, CITLP, CISM, CMPO)
• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Finance, Engineering, or MBA equivalent to CIPS or MCIPS depending on grade.

At Emirates, we're committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team!

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