Procurement Manager

Loft contracting; United Arab Emirates; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in the UAE is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities and ensure compliance with local regulations. The role involves formulating procurement plans, managing supplier relationships, and leading a procurement team, requiring extensive experience in construction projects.

Qualifications

• 8 years of procurement experience in construction or EPC projects, preferably in the UAE.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of UAE procurement laws and standards.

Responsibilities

• Formulate procurement plans aligned with project schedules and budgets.
• Evaluate bids and negotiate terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage procurement team and oversee day-to-day procurement operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities Formulate procurement plans aligned with project schedules and budgets Issue RFQs RFPs evaluate bids and negotiate terms with suppliers and subcontractors Establish and maintain strong supplier vendor relationships to ensure quality and delivery performance Coordinate with project teams to forecast material requirements and schedules Monitor procurement activities track orders and manage procurement documentation Ensure procurement processes adhere to LOFT Contracting policies and UAE regulations Conduct supplier performance evaluations and implement improvement initiatives Manage procurement team and oversee daytoday procurement operations Identify and mitigate procurement risks and costsaving opportunities Qualifications Experience Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Business Administration or related field Minimum 8 years of procurement experience in construction or EPC projects preferably in the UAE Strong negotiation analytical and vendor management skills Knowledge of UAE procurement laws and standards Excellent communication and team leadership abilities

Procurement Manager • United Arab Emirates