Procurement & Contracts Manager

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Manager to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and ensure effective procurement processes. The ideal candidate has a degree and 9 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing a procurement team, coordinating procurement activities, and developing contracting strategies. This position offers the opportunity to drive strategic procurement and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in a relevant field is required.
• At least 9 years of experience in procurement and contracts management.
• Strong negotiation and strategic procurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable terms and contracts with suppliers.
• Manage procurement processes ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Supervise the procurement team to enhance procurement strategies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic procurement

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Procurement & Contracts Manager (BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED)

Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts, and long‑term contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services, and supplies. Takes responsibility for purchases in support of customer‑related business processes or for internal use. Discusses defects and delivery problems with suppliers and is responsible for negotiating refunds. Coordinates with operations, maintenance, warehouse, and engineering to ensure proper scheduling and movement of goods and supplies. Manages the Procurement team to develop a more strategic procurement approach. Ensures efficient and effective procurement processes that meet all legal, technical, and commercial factors within a stringent regulatory framework. Drives value for money through the procurement of goods, services, and works. Coordinates procurement activities ensuring effective support is provided to the business. Reviews and develops procurement processes and procedures, ensuring any proposed changes are properly reviewed by relevant stakeholders, appropriately communicated to the business, and implemented effectively. Works with other departments to develop appropriate contracting strategies for different types of work, ensuring the business is protected. Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of a degree and 9 years of experience.

Required Experience

Manager