Procurement Manager

Al Sahraa Recruitment Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a procurement manager for construction projects. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual terms. Candidates must have a minimum of 12 years of UAE experience in construction and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Strong negotiation and contract management skills are essential, along with significant experience in building and infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of UAE experience in construction companies.
• Strong experience in building and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop project-specific procurement strategies.
• Prepare procurement plans and material take-offs.
• Identify and manage suppliers and subcontractors.
• Lead bid evaluations and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor procurement budgets and report variances.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop project-specific procurement strategies aligned with project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements
• Prepare procurement plans, material take-offs, and sourcing timelines for Building/infrastructure projects.
• Identify, prequalify, and manage suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, and project teams to forecast procurement needs.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and tenders for materials, equipment, and subcontract packages.
• Lead bid evaluations (technical and commercial) and negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms.
• Ensure contracts align with project specifications, legal requirements, and company policies.
• Achieve cost savings through strategic sourcing, bulk purchasing, and long-term supplier agreements.
• Monitor procurement budgets and report cost variances.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, company policies, and local/international procurement regulations.
• Manage procurement of key infrastructure/Civil materials and heavy construction equipment.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, finance, QA/QC, and HSE teams
• Support claims, variations, and audits related to procurement activities
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and correspondence
• Prepare procurement status reports, cash flow forecasts, and supplier performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Min 12+ years of UAE Experience in Construction Companies
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
• Strong Experience in Building/Infrastructure Projects
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier management skills