PROCUREMENT EXECUTIVE (Automotive Spare Parts)

Thrifty Car Rental; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrifty Car Rental in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing for automotive spare parts. You will develop plans, negotiate with global suppliers, and build resilient supply chains.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in automotive procurement, a strong track record of cost reductions, and deep aftermarket knowledge across vehicle makes and parts. This role offers an on-site position in Abu Dhabi with exposure to international suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in automotive spare parts procurement.
• Proven track record of negotiating complex supply agreements and achieving cost reductions.
• Deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket across makes and models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for automotive spare parts to ensure cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience.
• Negotiate high-impact contracts with global suppliers, optimizing pricing, payment terms and quality assurance.
• Manage supplier relationships with regular performance reviews and collaborative partnerships to drive innovation and mitigate risks.
• Analyze market trends and commodity pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and advise procurement strategy.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/related field

Job description

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for a diverse range of automotive spare parts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience.
• Negotiate high-impact contracts with global suppliers, focusing on favorable pricing, payment terms, and quality assurance for critical components.
• Manage supplier relationships proactively, conducting regular performance reviews and fostering collaborative partnerships to drive innovation and mitigate risks.
• Analyze market trends and commodity pricing for automotive parts, identifying opportunities for cost savings and advising on procurement strategies.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience specifically in automotive spare parts procurement.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating complex supply agreements and achieving significant cost reductions.
• Deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket, including various vehicle makes, models, and their associated parts.