Purchasing Manager - Furniture Manufacturing Exp

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai seeks a results-driven Procurement Lead to develop and implement cost-efficient sourcing across local and international suppliers. You will identify reliable vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

You will lead a team, manage procurement budgets, review contracts, and coordinate with production teams to keep materials flowing.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience in manufacturing/joinery/furniture sectors.
• Strong cost analysis, budgeting, and value optimization.
• Experience with local and international sourcing.
• Familiarity with supplier evaluation and onboarding processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost-effective procurement strategies for local and international sourcing.
• Identify and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure best value.
• Review supplier performance and ensure compliance.
• Lead procurement budgeting and cost optimization initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely material flow for production.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with stores/warehouse.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Budgeting

ERP systems

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Develop and implement cost-effective procurement strategies for local and international sourcingIdentify evaluate and onboard reliable suppliers and vendorsNegotiate pricing payment terms and contracts to secure the best valueReview and manage supplier contracts to ensure performance and complianceBuild and maintain strong long-term vendor relationshipsEvaluate quotations and conduct cost value analysis before approving purchase ordersEnsure timely procurement and delivery of materials and servicesPerform risk assessments on suppliers contracts and procurement processesManage and control procurement budgets focusing on cost optimizationLead and supervise the purchasing team ensuring efficient operationsMaintain an updated database of suppliers pricing and contractsHandle supplier issues including quality concerns defects and shortagesMonitor and manage inventory levels in coordination with stores warehouseCoordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth flow of materials for production projectsProvide regular updates to management on procurement activities and performance Proven experience in procurement/purchasing (preferably in manufacturing / joinery / furniture industry)Strong knowledge of supplier sourcing, vendor management, and negotiationExperience in handling both local and international procurementGood understanding of cost analysis, budgeting, and inventory managementFamiliarity with procurement systems / ERP toolsStrong leadership skills with experience managing a teamAbility to handle multiple projects and meet deadlinesExcellent communication and coordination skillsProblem-solving mindset with attention to detailKnowledge of materials (especially wood, hardware, coatings, etc. - if furniture industry) is an added advantage