Procurement Director

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 440,690 - 587,587; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company is seeking a Director – Procurement to oversee strategic procurement plans and ensure compliance with organizational policies in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The candidate will lead end-to-end procurement operations and manage supplier performance, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.

The ideal applicant possesses a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of experience in procurement, including 5 years in a leadership role. Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in managing complex contracts are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, with 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated track record of complex contract negotiation and cost savings.
• Strong ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic procurement plans aligning with corporate goals.
• Manage end-to-end procurement operations ensuring compliance.
• Oversee strategic sourcing and contracting processes.
• Negotiate and finalize complex contracts.
• Monitor market trends and foster innovation in procurement strategies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Strategic procurement

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Job description

Director – Procurement

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of strategic procurement plans in alignment with corporate goals and procurement governance frameworks
• Manage end-to-end procurement operations ensuring efficiency, transparency and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Oversee strategic sourcing, tendering and contracting processes for goods and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality standards
• Drive supplier performance management through KPIs, audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with business units to identify procurement needs, develop specifications and ensure timely delivery aligned with operational priorities
• Negotiate and finalize complex and high‑value contracts to secure favorable terms, mitigate risks and optimize value for money
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for innovation, sustainability and supplier diversification
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of procurement activities, budgets and performance indicators to senior management
• Support the Head of Procurement in developing policies, digital procurement initiatives and transformation projects that enhance efficiency and transparency
• Establish and build professional relationships with key suppliers, major equipment manufacturers/vendors
• Manage the development of Procurement Profiling and Suppliers Database to outline suppliers’ information and purchasing habits and patterns
• Develop and manage Material Planning for goods and materials demanded by business functions and ensure the creation of item‑specific forecasts over a rolling time horizon for ordering and inventory
• Review and approve selection of the most suitable suppliers recommended by the Senior Officer Procurement ensuring that quality and cost‑efficient services are offered
• Approve requisition requests for procurement of all goods required by the Head Office and branches according to the Delegation of Authority Matrix and report incidences of system abuse to the Head of Administration Affairs
• Oversee shipment activities ensuring that shipments are effectively cleared through customs
• Ensure proper management of all documentation related to preparation, finalization, amendments, management and administration of purchase and supply performance against strategic Initiatives and KPIs
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous learning within the procurement function
• Provide coaching, mentoring and career development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and succession readiness
• Promote diversity, inclusion and employee engagement to maintain a motivated and cohesive workforce
• Support change management initiatives and ensure the team’s adaptability to evolving procurement technologies and practice

Qualifications

• Possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Holds a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Demonstrates a proven track record of successfully negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost savings
• Exhibits strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team