Procurement Manager

Starlinks Global; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Starlinks Global is seeking a Procurement Manager in Dubai to develop and execute procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective purchasing of goods and services.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications, with experience in logistics and supply chain. They will be responsible for ensuring compliance, optimizing processes, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Preferred certifications include CIPS or CPSM.
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, FMCG, retail, or e-commerce is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and maintain long-term strategic relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Procurement

CIPS, CPSM certifications

Job description

Job Purpose

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost‑effective purchasing of goods and services to support Starlinks' operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and procurement execution: develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with Starlinks' business objectives, identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service, negotiate contracts, agreements and payment terms, manage purchase requisitions and ensure timely procurement.
• Supplier relationship and contract management: establish and maintain long‑term strategic relationships with key suppliers, monitor supplier performance, ensure contract compliance, handle renewals and risk mitigation, conduct evaluations and develop improvement plans.
• Cost control and budget management: develop cost‑saving initiatives, work closely with finance and operations, implement competitive bidding processes.
• Compliance and risk mitigation: ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements, assess risks and implement mitigation strategies, maintain documentation.
• Process optimization and technology utilization: continuously improve processes, leverage procurement software and ERP, analyze market trends, drive procurement excellence, perform other related projects as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field.
• Preferred certifications: CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent.
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, FMCG, retail, or e-commerce.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, supplier risk management, global procurement regulations, trade compliance, and ethical procurement practices.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.