Procurement Manager

JD.COM; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

JD.COM is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead logistics procurement initiatives across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will drive strategies for last-mile delivery and optimize supplier relationships while ensuring compliance and transparency. This role requires strong negotiation skills and a strategic mindset to improve operational efficiency and service quality. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, we invite you to apply and contribute to our regional success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in logistics procurement or supply chain management.
• Fluency in English required; Mandarin is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for logistics.
• Negotiate contracts for cost savings and efficiency.
• Supervise execution of procurement processes and improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Stakeholder Management

Logistics Knowledge

Trend Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead logistics procurement initiatives across the Middle East. This role will focus on securing competitive resources for last-mile delivery, intercontinental transportation, and warehousing, while driving supplier optimization and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong negotiation skills, logistics market insight, and a strategic mindset to support our growing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Logistics Procurement & Supplier Management

• Develop procurement strategies and plans for last-mile delivery, intercontinental fleets, and warehousing aligned with business goals.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard high-quality logistics service providers to optimize performance and capacity.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct regular performance reviews, and ensure adherence to contract terms.

Cost Optimization & Negotiation

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and increase procurement value.
• Source and assess new suppliers to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
• Monitor market dynamics and adjust procurement strategies to maintain competitiveness.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Develop and implement procurement policies, workflows, and performance standards to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Collaborate with internal teams including operations, product, and sales to align procurement activities with overall business objectives.
• Supervise on-the-ground execution of procurement processes and drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years in logistics procurement, supply chain management, or vendor management, preferably within the Middle East.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Language: Fluency in English is required; Mandarin is a plus.
• Skills: Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities
• Deep knowledge of last-mile logistics, warehousing, and intercontinental transport
• Ability to analyze trends and implement cost-saving procurement strategies
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills

If you're a strategic procurement professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced logistics environment, we welcome your application to join our team and help drive our regional success.