Procurement Manager

FRANCE 24; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

FRANCE 24 in Dubai is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities, ensure quality, cost efficiency, timely delivery and alignment with business requirements. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, monitor performance and ensure compliance with internal policies.

The ideal candidate is commercially minded, analytical, organized, and capable of building strong supplier partnerships across engineering, project,

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement processes.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to develop procurement strategies and translate business requirements into purchasing plans.
• Proficiency with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize procurement activities to deliver quality and cost efficiency.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships.
• Coordinate purchasing, evaluate suppliers, and negotiate terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and ensure compliance.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Cost optimization

Risk management

Communication

Education

Degree or professional qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

Role Description

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead and optimize procurement activities while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, timely delivery, and alignment with business requirements. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, coordinating purchasing activities, and supporting the organization’s overall supply chain objectives. You will oversee sourcing and purchasing processes, evaluate suppliers, negotiate commercial terms, and monitor supplier performance to ensure consistent quality and reliability. You will work closely with engineering, project, finance, operations, and other relevant teams to understand requirements, develop effective procurement plans, and ensure materials, equipment, and services are delivered in accordance with specifications and schedules. The role also involves identifying cost‑saving opportunities, improving procurement processes, managing risks, maintaining accurate purchasing documentation, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable requirements. The ideal candidate is commercially minded, analytical, organized, and skilled at building effective supplier partnerships.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement processes.
• Ability to evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, capacity, reliability, and overall commercial value.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to develop procurement strategies and translate business requirements into effective purchasing plans.
• Good understanding of commercial terms, contracts, pricing structures, and procurement risk management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office or comparable business tools.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving supplier and procurement issues.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to cost efficiency, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.