Procurement Associate Manager

Ethara; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Procurement Associate Manager. The role focuses on optimizing procurement processes and developing supplier relationships. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in procurement and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Required skills include excellent communication, analytical abilities, and strategic sourcing expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an efficient procurement system within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a procurement role.

Responsibilities

• Execute and optimize procurement processes.
• Negotiate contracts and develop supplier relationships.
• Ensure budget compliance and cost-effective purchasing.

Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., business administration, operations management)

Job description

Procurement Associate Manager

Procurement

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Overview

• Execute and optimize procurement processes, negotiate contracts, develop supplier relationships, ensure budget compliance and ensure cost-effective purchasing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Purchasing and contracting: Executing sourcing strategies, budget alignment, supplier assessment, procurement document development, building long-term supplier partnerships, market research, contract review and negotiation, supplier performance evaluation, and supporting report preparation.
• Procurement policies and procedures: Ensure implementation of procurement policies and procedures and provide suggestion to update and amend them.

Job Specifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a Procurement role.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field e.g., business administration, operations management etc.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to handle and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent negotiation skills. Able to manage multiple senior stakeholders – with strong commercial acumen.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management and cost-saving initiatives.