Procurement Lead

Black & Grey HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead in Abu Dhabi to oversee procurement activities for a leading manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes. A Bachelor's degree and strong negotiation skills are essential. Attractive benefits and salary offered.

Benefits

Attractive benefits and salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of strategic procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in major contract negotiation and delivering cost savings.
• Strong financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual procurement plans and budgets.
• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Lead supplier management and contract management for key categories.
• Conduct market analysis for purchasing decisions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Finance

Master's degree or certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Overview

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a prominent manufacturing company in Abu Dhabi, UAE, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and quality in specialized products. Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Procurement Lead to oversee the end-to-end procurement activities for their production operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive annual procurement plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with production forecasts and organizational financial targets.


• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve significant annual cost savings; identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms.


• Lead end-to-end supplier management, including identification, qualification, onboarding, performance reviews, and contract management for key categories (e.g., wood, resin, laminates, adhesives).


• Collaborate with Production, Inventory Control, and Planning departments to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure an uninterrupted flow of materials.


• Conduct ongoing market analysis of trends, commodity price fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform strategic purchasing decisions and mitigate disruptions.


• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal SOPs and external ISO, EHS, and sustainability standards.


• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to manage procurement data, streamline workflows, digitize processes, and contribute to system enhancement projects.


• Partner with Research & Development (R&D) and other cross-functional teams to source new materials for product development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field. Master\'s degree or certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) a plus.


• Min 7-10 years of strategic procurement experience in manufacturing; wood, construction materials, or panel board industry experience is essential.


• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, major contract negotiation, and delivering significant cost savings.


• Strong financial and market analysis skills, with proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred).


• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

Attractive Benefits & Salary