Procurement Director

Sommerman Skinner Associates (SSA Limited); Dubai; On-site; AED 762,000 - 912,000; Full time

Job summary

Sommerman Skinner Associates (SSA Limited) in Dubai is seeking a Procurement Director for Civil & Infrastructure. You will oversee procurement across materials, plant and subcontract packages, leading the department to support project programmes and commercial objectives.

The role requires strong negotiation, supplier management and strategic sourcing capabilities, with GCC/UAE construction experience preferred and the ability to work with senior management across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Procurement Director or Senior Procurement Manager in construction.
• GCC/UAE construction experience essential; UAE-based candidates preferred.
• Proven ability to lead a procurement dept and manage multi-project buyouts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement company-wide procurement strategies aligned with budgets and programmes.
• Lead the procurement department, set priorities and manage performance across projects.
• Oversee sourcing, tendering, evaluation and procurement of materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Foster supplier and subcontractor relationships, assessing capability and performance.
• Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, terms and supply agreements.
• Coordinate with commercial, engineering and project teams to plan procurements.
• Oversee procurement controls, reporting, commitments and supply risks.

Skills

Procurement Leadership

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Job description

Procurement Director – Civil & Infrastructure

Location: Dubai, UAE – Head Office Based

Company: Leading UAE Civil & Infrastructure Contractor

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: AED 75,000 monthly package (depending on experience)

About the Company:

Our client is a leading UAE Civil & Infrastructure Contractor with an established track record of delivering major engineering and infrastructure projects across the region.

Position Overview:

The Procurement Director will oversee procurement across all projects, covering materials, plant and subcontract packages. This role will lead the procurement department, ensuring purchasing activities support project programmes, commercial objectives and operational requirements.

Working closely with senior management, commercial and project delivery teams, you will develop procurement strategy, manage key supplier and subcontractor relationships, and oversee negotiations for major procurement packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies across the business, aligning purchasing activities with project requirements, budgets and delivery programmes.
• Department Leadership: Lead and manage the procurement department, setting priorities, allocating resources and supporting team performance across multiple projects.
• Materials, Plant & Subcontract Procurement: Oversee the sourcing, tendering, evaluation and procurement of materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Supplier & Subcontractor Management: Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors, assessing capability, capacity and performance.
• Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms and supply agreements, securing commercially competitive arrangements that meet project requirements.
• Project Coordination: Work closely with commercial, engineering and project teams to plan procurement requirements, manage long-lead items and resolve supply issues.
• Procurement Controls & Reporting: Oversee procurement procedures, approval processes and reporting, maintaining visibility of commitments, savings and supply chain risks.

Requirements & Experience:

• Established experience at Procurement Director or Senior Procurement Manager level within the construction industry.
• Previous experience leading and overseeing a procurement department is essential.
• GCC construction experience is essential; UAE experience is preferred.
• Proven procurement experience supporting large-scale construction projects is essential.
• Civil and infrastructure contractor experience is highly preferred; candidates from comparable construction backgrounds will also be considered.
• Experience overseeing procurement across materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Strong commercial negotiation, supplier management and procurement planning skills.
• Ability to lead a department and work effectively with senior management and project teams across the business.