Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing and Category Management

Al Ghurair; Dubai; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Al Ghurair in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, category management and supplier negotiations. The role focuses on developing procurement strategies that align with corporate objectives and deliver measurable improvements in cost management and supplier performance.

You will oversee end-to-end procurement operations, manage high-value packages and risk management, and work closely with internal stakeholders and vendors to

Formación

• Engineering degree.
• CIPS Level 4 qualification, MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 15 years of experience in procurement, contract management, category management, vendor management and risk management.
• Experience with strategic procurement and supplier sourcing practices.
• Strong negotiation and contract administration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Formulate category-specific sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate long-term purchase agreements and blanket contracts.
• Identify opportunities for consolidated purchasing and value engineering.
• Lead supplier negotiations and coordinate cross-functional procurement initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities and ensure SLA-compliant processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage contract renewals.
• Maintain compliance with technical specifications and company procedures.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Contract management

Category management

Vendor management

Risk management

Educación

Engineering degree

CIPS Level 4 / MBA or equivalent

Herramientas

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing and Category Management Job Snapshot - Role: Procurement Manager - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Purchasing Procurement - Function: Purchasing - Experience: 15 years of experience in procurement, contract management, category management, vendor management and risk management - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

Al Ghurair is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiations and procurement operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position is responsible for developing procurement strategies that support corporate objectives, meet client-specific requirements and deliver measurable improvements in purchasing efficiency, supplier performance and cost management. The role involves managing long-term supplier agreements, high-value procurement packages, contract renewals and sourcing risks. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure the timely availability of materials, critical spare parts and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components while maintaining technical compatibility and compliance with contractual obligations.

This opportunity requires a procurement professional with 15 years of relevant experience, an engineering background and strong capabilities in commercial negotiation, category strategy, contract administration and procurement risk management.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Purchasing Procurement - Function: Purchasing - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Strategic Procurement and Category Management

• - Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with corporate business objectives, client requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
• - Formulate category-specific sourcing strategies that support operational priorities, commercial objectives and procurement compliance.
• - Establish strategic sourcing plans to optimize purchasing costs and improve supplier performance.
• - Negotiate long-term purchase agreements, bulk procurement arrangements and blanket contracts with selected vendors.
• - Identify opportunities for consolidated purchasing, alternative sourcing and value engineering to achieve cost efficiencies.
• - Monitor market developments, emerging technologies, supplier capabilities and commodity trends to support informed sourcing decisions.
• - Lead strategic discussions with major suppliers and internal stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and improve procurement outcomes.
• - Coordinate cross-functional procurement initiatives to ensure category strategies support wider organizational objectives.
• - Review and approve procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when required, ensuring consistency with management directives and established policies.

Procurement Operations and Team Coordination

• - Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring that sourcing, purchasing and supplier selection processes meet required specifications and delivery schedules.
• - Assign procurement requests, including PR and RF activities, to appropriate team members.
• - Monitor procurement workflows to ensure timely processing of requests in accordance with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• - Ensure the timely release of direct system purchase requisitions and review procurement orders requiring management approval.
• - Review and approve purchase orders and coordinate contract agreements for high-value procurement packages.
• - Ensure supplier selection is supported by comprehensive commercial negotiations and competitive reverse auction processes, including electronic bidding.
• - Maintain oversight of purchasing activities to ensure compliance with technical specifications, contractual requirements and company procedures.
• - Coordinate with relevant departments to address procurement priorities and resolve operational sourcing issues.

Supplier Relationship and Contract Management

• - Develop and maintain effective relationships with strategic suppliers, vendors and relevant internal stakeholders.
• - Lead negotiations concerning supplier pricing, contract conditions, delivery commitments and commercial obligations.
• - Manage supplier contracts and renewals to ensure continuity of supply and adherence to agreed terms.
• - Monitor contractual performance and address supplier disputes or non‑compliance promptly.
• - Conduct strategic supplier discussions to review performance expectations, operational challenges and improvement opportunities.
• - Evaluate alternative suppliers and sourcing arrangements to strengthen procurement flexibility and reduce commercial exposure.
• - Support supplier performance improvements through regular communication, negotiation and corrective action where necessary.

Procurement Risk Management and Critical Materials

• - Conduct procurement risk assessments, particularly for high-value purchases and commodities affected by market volatility.
• - Develop and implement mitigation measures to address supply availability, pricing fluctuations and supplier-related risks.
• - Manage procurement requirements for critical spare parts and OEM components where sourcing options are restricted to original base-build vendors.
• - Ensure that selected components meet compatibility requirements and support uninterrupted project progress.
• - Coordinate sourcing arrangements for materials with limited supplier availability or specialized technical requirements.
• - Respond to urgent procurement requests arising from unexpected operational issues, equipment breakdowns or changing client requirements.
• - Prioritize short-notice purchasing requirements to meet client SLAs and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• - Evaluate the commercial impact of urgent procurement activities, including situations where limited sourcing time reduces negotiating leverage.
• - Work with suppliers and internal teams to identify practical solutions that balance delivery urgency, technical requirements and procurement costs.

Commercial Performance and Cost Optimization

• - Monitor procurement expenditure and identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency.
• - Review spend analysis reports to evaluate sourcing patterns, category expenditure and potential savings.
• - Drive value engineering initiatives that identify commercially effective alternatives while maintaining required technical and operational standards.
• - Assess opportunities for alternative sourcing, improved contractual terms and more efficient procurement arrangements.
• - Support cost optimization through supplier negotiations, market intelligence and purchasing analysis.
• - Report procurement expenditure, savings opportunities and relevant commercial risks to management.
• - Use procurement performance information to support strategic sourcing decisions and category planning.

Compliance, Audits and Process Improvement

• - Ensure procurement activities comply with established company procedures, contractual obligations and relevant regulatory requirements.
• - Monitor procurement audits and coordinate the closure of identified procedural or protocol non‑compliances.
• - Review procurement controls and operational procedures to identify opportunities for improved compliance and efficiency.
• - Maintain oversight of contract administration and purchasing processes to support accountability and transparency.
• - Update procurement procedures where required and ensure that revised practices remain aligned with management instructions.
• - Promote consistent application of approved procurement processes across assigned categories and purchasing activities.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• - Engineering degree.
• - Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 qualification, MBA or equivalent qualification is preferred.

Professional Experience

• - 15 years of experience covering procurement, contract management, category management, vendor management and risk management.
• - Extensive knowledge of strategic procurement and supplier sourcing practices.
• - Experience managing high-value procurement packages, supplier agreements and contractual obligations.
• - Practical understanding of procurement risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• - Experience handling urgent procurement requirements under client service agreements and performance targets.
• - Knowledge of sourcing critical spare parts and OEM components where supplier availability and technical compatibility are important considerations.

Technical and Commercial Knowledge

Strategic Sourcing and Category Management

• - Strong knowledge of strategic procurement planning and category management.
• - Ability to develop sourcing strategies aligned with business requirements and commercial objectives.
• - Experience evaluating supplier capabilities, procurement costs and alternative sourcing opportunities.
• - Understanding of supplier market conditions and procurement-related commercial risks.

Contract and Risk Management

• - Strong contract management and supplier negotiation capabilities.
• - Knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions and their relevance to procurement and contractual arrangements.
• - Ability to evaluate contractual obligations, commercial risks and supplier performance issues.
• - Experience identifying procurement risks and developing appropriate mitigation measures.

Procurement Systems and Analysis

• - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• - Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems used in procurement operations.
• - Experience conducting procurement spend analysis and reviewing purchasing performance information.
• - Ability to evaluate procurement expenditure, supplier quotations and commercial sourcing alternatives.

Leadership and Decision-Making Skills

• - Strong decision-making abilities when managing procurement priorities, supplier negotiations and commercial risks.
• - Effective communication and negotiation skills when engaging suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• - Ability to delegate procurement activities and coordinate team responsibilities.
• - Strong analytical judgement when reviewing purchasing costs, supplier options and contractual requirements.
• - Ability to respond effectively to urgent procurement needs while maintaining compliance with established procedures.
• - A proactive approach to problem‑solving, supplier performance improvement and procurement efficiency.