Procurement Lead

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

Job summary

A prominent HR consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Procurement Lead in Abu Dhabi to oversee end-to-end procurement activities for a manufacturing client. The ideal candidate will develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure the timely and compliant supply of materials. A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field, along with 7-10 years of procurement experience in manufacturing, is required. Attractive benefits and salary offered.

Benefits

Attractive Benefits & Salary

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual procurement plans and budgets.
• Lead supplier management processes from identification to performance reviews.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of market trends and commodity price fluctuations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Market analysis

Cost management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Master’s or certification (CSCP, CPSM)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

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. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies to ensure the cost‑effective, timely, and compliant supply of raw materials, consumables, and services essential for the manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive annual procurement plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with production forecasts and organizational financial targets.
• Sourcing and Cost Management: Formulate and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve significant annual cost savings. Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Lead the end-to-end supplier management process, including identification, qualification, onboarding, performance reviews, and contract management for key categories (e.g., wood, resin, laminates, adhesives).
• Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate closely with Production, Inventory Control, and Planning departments to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure an uninterrupted flow of materials.
• Market Analysis: Conduct ongoing analysis of market trends, commodity price fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform strategic purchasing decisions and mitigate disruptions.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as well as external ISO, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and sustainability standards.
• Process Improvement: Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to manage procurement data, streamline workflows, digitize processes, and contribute to system enhancement projects.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Research & Development (R&D) and other cross-functional teams to source new materials for product development initiative.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field. Master’s or certification (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.