Procurement Lead

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a leading Abu Dhabi-based manufacturing company seeking an experienced Procurement Lead. The role covers end-to-end procurement for production operations, including strategic planning, supplier management, and contract negotiations.

You will drive cost savings, coordinate with Production and Planning teams, and ensure compliance with SOPs and ISO/EHS standards, using SAP/Oracle for data and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field.
• 7–10 years of strategic procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with wood, construction materials, or panel board is essential.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, major contract negotiation, and delivering significant cost savings.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and strong financial/market analysis skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual procurement plans aligned with production forecasts and financial targets.
• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
• Lead end-to-end supplier management, including qualification, onboarding, performance reviews, and contract management for key categories.
• Coordinate with Production, Inventory Control, and Planning to maintain optimal stock levels and uninterrupted material flow.
• Analyze market trends, price fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform purchasing decisions.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with SOPs, ISO, EHS, and sustainability standards.
• Leverage ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) to digitize workflows and support system enhancements.
• Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to source materials for product development.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

ERP SAP/Oracle

Cost savings

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 19/09/2025

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.