Procurement Manager

Weatherford; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy services company is seeking a Procurement Manager in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on sourcing and purchasing activities for manufacturing operations, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement processes. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in procurement within oil & gas or manufacturing. Proficiency in ERP platforms like SAP Ariba and Oracle is crucial. This position is key to driving supplier performance and cost-effective material acquisition.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing within oil & gas / manufacturing.
• CIPS or CPSM certification preferred.
• Proven track record in cost reduction and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, consumables, and subcontracting services.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and long-term agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead corrective action plans when required.
• Coordinate with engineering and operations to understand material specifications and delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate purchase order tracking and reporting through ERP systems.
• Lead cost reduction and localization / alternative sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities

Proficiency in ERP / Procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Oracle, JDE)

Knowledge of oilfield and manufacturing materials, equipment, and MRO sourcing

Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities

Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle

JDE

Job description

Job Overview

The Procurement Manager leads sourcing and purchasing activities for Weatherford's manufacturing operations, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and services. This role drives supplier performance, negotiates contracts, and aligns sourcing strategies with business needs while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, consumables, and subcontracting services.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and long-term agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead corrective action plans when required.
• Coordinate with engineering and operations to understand material specifications and delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate purchase order tracking and reporting through ERP systems.
• Lead cost reduction and localization / alternative sourcing initiatives.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities
• Proficiency in ERP / Procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Oracle, JDE)
• Knowledge of oilfield and manufacturing materials, equipment, and MRO sourcing
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities
• Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing within oil & gas / manufacturing
• CIPS or CPSM certification preferred
• Proven track record in cost reduction and supplier management

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.