Procurement Manager MEP

Azizi Developments; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UAE-based real estate developer is looking for a Category Manager (MEP) / Procurement Manager. The role requires 12–18+ years of experience in MEP procurement and strategic sourcing, focusing on developing category strategies and managing supplier relationships. The successful candidate will lead negotiations, ensure compliance, and drive cost optimization in a fast-paced multi-project environment. This strategic leadership position offers a chance to contribute to major construction projects in the UAE.

Qualifications

• 12–18+ years of experience in MEP procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience managing high-value MEP packages for construction projects.
• Strong exposure to UAE / GCC MEP markets and vendor ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for MEP systems.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement for major MEP packages.
• Partner closely with MEP engineers and other teams.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance frameworks.

Skills

MEP systems expertise

Contract negotiation skills

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics

Job description

About the Company

We are a leading UAE-based real estate developer and construction organization, delivering large-scale residential, commercial, mixed-use, and high-rise developments. Our success is driven by strong procurement governance, strategic sourcing, and long-term supplier partnerships, particularly across complex MEP systems and technologies.

About the Role – Category Manager (MEP) / Procurement Manager

The Category Manager – MEP / Procurement Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and executing category-level procurement strategies for all MEP packages across multiple projects. This role focuses on cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and standardization, while ensuring alignment with project requirements, budgets, and timelines.

You will act as the subject-matter expert for MEP procurement, leading high-value negotiations, managing key suppliers, and driving continuous improvement across the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities

Category & Strategy Management

• Develop and implement category strategies for MEP systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, ELV, and specialist systems
• Establish preferred supplier frameworks, rate contracts, and long-term agreements
• Drive standardization, value engineering, and lifecycle cost optimization initiatives
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers within the MEP category

Procurement & Commercial Leadership

• Oversee end-to-end procurement for major MEP packages across multiple projects
• Lead RFQs/RFPs, technical and commercial evaluations, and high-value negotiations
• Finalize vendor selection, contracts, payment terms, warranties, and SLAs
• Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines, budgets, and cash flow plans

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Partner closely with MEP engineers, project managers, design consultants, QS, and finance teams
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, OEMs, subcontractors, and system integrators
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery, quality, and compliance metrics

Governance & Team Leadership

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks, and audit requirements
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement engineers and category team members
• Prepare procurement dashboards, reports, and strategic updates for senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred) or related discipline
• 12–18+ years of experience in MEP procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing
• Proven experience managing high-value MEP packages for large-scale construction projects
• Strong exposure to UAE / GCC MEP markets and vendor ecosystems

Required Skills & Competencies

• Deep expertise in MEP systems, specifications, and procurement best practices
• Strong commercial acumen with proven contract negotiation and cost management skills
• Experience in category strategy development and supplier consolidation
• Familiarity with ERP / procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar)
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capabilities
• Analytical mindset with a focus on cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, multi-project environment