Procurement Manager

Truly HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Truly HR is assisting an Abu Dhabi-based technology company to recruit a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager. You will oversee purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure timely, cost-efficient availability of goods.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in procurement and supply chain, including 2 years in a managerial role, with strong ERP and Odoo experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of procurement and supply chain experience, including 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, demand planning, inventory management, logistics and SRM.
• Experience in contract negotiation, cost reduction and supply chain optimisation.
• Experience with local and international suppliers.
• Proficiency in ERP, procurement, inventory-management and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, commercial, communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Certification such as CIPS, CSCP or CPSM is an advantage.
• Experience in technology industry and UAE market is preferred.
• Experience using Odoo for procurement, purchase orders, supplier records, inventory coordination, approvals, and reporting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and supply chain strategies.
• Manage end-to-end supply chain including sourcing, purchasing, demand planning, inventory control and supplier performance.
• Source, evaluate, select and manage local and international suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and service levels.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with sales, warehouse, logistics, finance and operations to forecast demand and plan purchasing.
• Monitor stock levels and balance product availability with inventory costs.
• Analyse sales forecasts, consumption patterns and supplier lead times.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and supply chain optimisation.
• Develop contingency plans for supplier, transportation and supply chain risks.
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory, contract and supplier records.
• Ensure compliance with policies, contracts and regulations.
• Prepare procurement budgets, reports and KPIs.
• Lead and develop the procurement and supply chain team.

Skills

Sourcing

Demand planning

Inventory management

Logistics

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Cost reduction

Supply chain optimisation

ERP systems

Reporting systems

Analytical

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in SCM/Procurement/Logistics/Business Admin

Tools

Odoo

ERP systems

Inventory software

Job description

Our client is an Abu Dhabi-based technology company. Further information will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and supply chain operations. The successful candidate will ensure the timely and cost-effective availability of goods while maintaining optimal inventory levels, reliable supplier performance, and efficient end-to-end supply chain processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with the company’s operational and commercial objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end supply chain, including sourcing, purchasing, demand planning, inventory control, and supplier performance.
• Source, evaluate, select, and manage local and international suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, service levels, and supply agreements.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and ensure goods are delivered according to agreed timelines.
• Work closely with sales, warehouse, logistics, finance, and operations teams to forecast demand and plan purchasing requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain the appropriate balance between product availability and inventory costs.
• Analyse sales forecasts, consumption patterns, supplier lead times, and market conditions.
• Minimise stock shortages, excess inventory, obsolete stock, and supply disruptions.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery reliability, and service.
• Identify cost-saving and supply chain optimisation opportunities without compromising quality or availability.
• Develop contingency plans to address supplier, transportation, and supply chain risks.
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory, contract, and supplier records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare procurement and supply chain budgets, reports, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Lead and develop the procurement and supply chain team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5–7 years of procurement and supply chain experience, including 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, demand planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation, cost reduction, and supply chain optimisation.
• Experience working with local and international suppliers.
• Proficiency in ERP, procurement, inventory-management, and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, commercial, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Professional certification such as CIPS, CSCP, or CPSM is an advantage.
• Experience in the technology industry and the UAE market is preferred.
• Ability to use Odoo for procurement, purchase orders, supplier records, inventory coordination, approvals, reporting and related operational workflows.

Compensation

AED 12,000–15,000 per month , all-inclusive, depending on UAE procurement and supply chain experience, managerial scope, professional qualifications and Odoo proficiency.