Procurement Manager

NMDC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization located in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced procurement professional specializing in Support Craft chartering. This role involves managing procurement strategies, preparing framework agreements, and ensuring compliance with tender processes. Candidates should possess at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering or Supply Chain Management. The position offers career growth opportunities and a supportive work environment focused on employee development.

Benefits

Attractive employee benefits

Competitive salaries

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Procurement activities, preferably with Support Craft chartering procurement.
• Additional qualifications in multi-disciplinary Engineering, Contractual or Procurement areas desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and leverage support craft volume procurement to meet commercial objectives.
• Prepare framework agreements & charter party agreements for support craft.
• Assist in developing and implementing procurement policies and systems.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of BIMCO charter party agreements

Managerial skills

Technical knowledge

Procurement strategy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent

RICS full membership

CIPS certification

Job description

Manage and Leverage Support Craft volume procurement across the group to ensure the achievement of Group’s commercial objectives

Ensure that Group’s position is protected through an in-depth understanding of contractual and commercial processes

Prepare framework agreements & charter party agreements for Support Craft, leveraging volume discounts, early payment initiatives etc. across the group

Liaise closely with the senior logistics manager and Vessels and Equipment Manager to ensure that support craft requirements are sourced and procured effectively and diligently

Assist the Group Resource Procurement Director in sourcing the required support craft vessels from new markets in Asia, Europe etc. to meet the group’s demand

In depth knowledge of BIMCO suite of charter party agreements in particular Supply time, Barge hire, Heavy on, Towcon, etc.

Assist in the recruitment of support craft procurement team and manage the team to be an effective support function for the resource pool

Prepare and compile tender documents to issue to support craft vessel owners as required where not included in the framework agreement

Manage the timely procurement of support craft vessels in accordance with the procurement business process

Maintain a good working relationship with NMDC resource pool and vessel owners

Manage a strategic procurement process that reflects customers’ needs

Participate in the technical and unpriced commercial evaluation of tenders and then leads the subsequent priced commercial evaluation of technically acceptable offers

Prepare a comprehensive techno-commercial evaluation and recommendation reports

Process award recommendations, ensure necessary approvals and finalize negotiations with successful bidder

Check conformity of bidders to all tender documentation including for example guarantees, performance bonds, insurance and the like with agreed formats and processes as required

Demonstrate a reasonable level of managerial, commercial and technical knowledge

Provide an effective procurement function for NMDC group, providing governance, advice and guidance to colleagues engaging in procurement activity

Assist in developing and implementing robust and effective policies, processes, procedures and systems to support the operational effectiveness of NMDC group in relation to procurement

This is a generalist view of a Job that you have been assigned for – at times you may be requested to do above/beyond the scope of this role due to Operational requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent

Additional Qualification in multi-disciplinary Engineering, Contractual or Procurement areas is desirable

Certification: RICS (Royal institute of Chartered Surveyors) full membership, CIPS (Chartered Institute

Minimum 10 years of experience in Procurement activities, preferably with Support Craft chartering procurement, in similar industries

About Us

DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS

NMDC Group is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. We know that our people are fundamental to our success as a business, which is why we support their career development and personal wellbeing in every way we can.

NMDC Group offers an environment where every employee can thrive and reach their professional potential. Nothing is more important to us than ensuring every employee feels valued and respected in their roles, and able to progress in their career through training, mentorship, and educational opportunities.

With a wide range of attractive employee benefits and competitive salaries, we have created a workplace defined by its culture, and made by its people. If you have a passion for EPC and marine construction and want to work on some of the region’s most exciting projects, find your next challenge with us.