Senior Associate - Contract Management

EMIRATES GLOBAL ALUMINIUM (EGA); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EMIRATES GLOBAL ALUMINIUM (EGA) is seeking a strategic procurement professional in Abu Dhabi to develop procurement strategies and lead contract negotiations.

With over 7 years in a similar contracting role, candidates must excel in negotiation, possess strong analytical skills and ensure compliance with procurement policies. This role involves monitoring supplier performance and collaborating with various departments to align procurement activities with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Over 7 years of relevant experience in contracting functions in a similar industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies that meet goals.
• Lead major contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with procurement laws and policies.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs.
• Collaborate across departments for procurement alignment.

Skills

Intermediate negotiation skills

Excellent communication

Advanced analytical skills

Strategic vendor relationship management

Expert sourcing and procurement

Expert contract lifecycle management

Problem-solving skills

In-depth legal knowledge

Advanced technology proficiency

Financial understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain / Material Management

Diploma / certification in Procurement and Contracts

Job description

Policies, Processes and Procedures

Implement approved departmental policies, processes, and procedures and advance subordinates, monitoring their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled manner.

Procurement Activities

• Develop procurement strategies for appointed commodities and contracts aligned with organizational goals, including cost reduction, quality improvement and supplier diversity initiatives.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships with key vendors to ensure high-quality goods and services.
• Lead negotiations for major contracts, including terms, pricing and service level agreements, ensuring favourable terms for the organization.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, implement cost reduction strategies and optimise procurement processes to maximise efficiency and savings.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and company policies throughout the procurement process, including contract drafting, execution and management.
• Monitor supplier performance against established KPIs and implement corrective actions to maintain service levels and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, implementing best practices, streamlining processes, and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments (finance, legal, operations) to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall business objectives and priorities.
• Promote supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives by engaging with diverse suppliers, supporting responsible sourcing practices and promoting environmental and social responsibility within the supply chain.

Tendering

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and specifications for the goods or services to be procured through the tendering process.
• Develop tender documents including RFPs, RFQs, ITTs, outlining scope, evaluation criteria, terms and conditions, and submission instructions.
• Identify and prequalify potential vendors capable of meeting organisation requirements and standards.
• Establish evaluation criteria and processes for assessing vendor proposals including price, quality, technical capabilities and compliance.
• Engage in negotiations with shortlisted vendors to clarify terms, address concerns and optimise proposals before final selection.
• Select the preferred vendor based on evaluation criteria and negotiate final contract terms and conditions.
• Communicate the outcome of the tendering process to all participating vendors, providing feedback and maintaining transparency and fairness.
• Ensure that all tendering activities and decisions are documented and comply with applicable laws, regulations and organisational policies.

Contract Development

• Work closely with legal experts to ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and protect the organisation’s interests.
• Clearly define scope of work, deliverables, timelines, milestones and performance metrics to be outlined in the contract.
• Draft contractual terms governing rights, obligations, responsibilities and liabilities of both parties, including pricing, payment terms, warranties, indemnification, dispute resolution mechanisms and termination clauses.
• Identify and address potential risks and contingencies such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, non-compliance and market condition changes.
• Negotiate with suppliers to resolve differences, clarify terms and achieve mutually beneficial agreements.
• Document all aspects of the contract development process, including correspondence, revisions, amendments and approvals, to maintain a comprehensive record.
• Review contract drafts with key stakeholders (legal, finance, operations, senior management) to ensure alignment with organisational objectives before final approval.
• Facilitate execution of contracts by obtaining required signatures and ensuring documentation is properly archived.
• Monitor contract compliance throughout the lifecycle, tracking performance against obligations and addressing deviations.

Safety, Quality and Environment

Comply with EHS policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment. Actively participate in implementing EGA or subsidiary quality, safety and environmental policies, ensuring purchased materials and services meet these standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain / Material Management or related discipline.
• Diploma / certification in Procurement and Contracts is preferred.
• Over 7 years of relevant experience in contracting functions in a similar industry.

Skills

• Intermediate negotiation skills for complex, high-value contracts.
• Excellent communication for conveying nuanced information and requirements.
• Advanced analytical skills for in-depth contract analysis and decision-making.
• Strategic vendor relationship management for long-term partnerships.
• Expert sourcing and procurement of goods, services or talents.
• Expert contract lifecycle management from negotiation to renewal or termination.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges and find effective solutions.
• In-depth legal knowledge of contract law and procurement agreements.
• Advanced technology proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Financial understanding of relevant concepts in advanced procurement processes.