Procurement Lead for Sustainability & Cost Savings

Averda; Dubai; On-site; AED 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Dubai is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the procurement processes across all spend categories. The role involves managing supplier negotiations, ensuring compliance, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of procurement experience, a bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and leadership skills. This position offers a chance to impact sustainability initiatives within the company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with purchase requisitions and PO processes.
• Lead supplier relationship management and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the full procurement cycle, including expediting and tracking.
• Drive cost savings and value optimization initiatives.
• Manage sourcing activities and ensure RFQ/RFI compliance.
• Develop and mentor procurement team members.
• Uphold HSE compliance and mitigate procurement-related risks.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Customer focus

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Fluent in English

Proficiency in spoken Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field

CIPS Diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle or Sage (advantage)

Job description

A leading waste management company in Dubai is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the procurement processes across all spend categories. The role involves managing supplier negotiations, ensuring compliance, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of procurement experience, a bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and leadership skills. This position offers a chance to impact sustainability initiatives within the company.