Procurement Specialist

Careem; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Middle East is seeking a Procurement Specialist to oversee comprehensive procurement processes. The ideal candidate will coordinate supplier negotiations, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a flexible working schedule.

Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Healthcare benefits

Fitness reimbursements

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Procurement experience in Real Estate, FM, Retail, or Q-Commerce industry.
• Familiarity with procurement for fit-outs and MEP services.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including RFPs and supplier selections.
• Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships.
• Maintain procurement records in accordance with audit standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Vendor Evaluation

Analytical Mindset

ERP Systems Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Coupa

Job description

About the Company

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 70 million customers, and built a platform for the region’s best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

About The Role

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist that will be responsible for executing end-to-end procurement processes to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality sourcing of goods and services. This role involves strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiations, compliance assurance, and supporting cross-functional teams in procurement planning. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

Procurement Execution & Optimization

• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including RFPs, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and purchase order management.
• Ensure competitive sourcing while balancing cost, quality, speed, and innovation.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier innovation.
  
  

Vendor & Partner Management

• Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships.
• Ensure alignment of supplier SLAs with operational requirements.
  
  

Risk, Governance & Compliance

• Maintain procurement records in accordance with audit and compliance standards.
• Champion adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and regional regulations.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance on contract compliance and risk mitigation.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Managing business units by understanding their sourcing needs and delivering value through procurement solutions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Tech, Ops, Marketing, etc.) to support strategic initiatives and new projects.
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Procurement experience in Real Estate, FM, Retail, or Q-Commerce industry.
• Familiarity with procurement for fit-outs, MEP services, and soft/hard FM.
• Proficient with ERP or procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa).
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor evaluation skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong command of Excel and reporting tools.
  
  

What We’ll Provide You

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:

• Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
• Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.