Senior IT Procurement Officer

ADIB Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector is seeking a Senior IT Procurement Officer based in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will manage the IT procurement lifecycle, handle vendor negotiations, and support internal stakeholders in their procurement requests. With a focus on maintaining proper controls and improving processes, this role is essential for ensuring timely and efficient procurement services in alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or a background in IT profession.
• Preferred banking experience.
• Senior IC experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle related to the IT department.
• Negotiate terms and prepare procurement plans.
• Lead contract drafting and execution with stakeholders.

Skills

IT Procurement

Vendor Management

Negotiation

SAP Ariba

Education

CIPS qualification or active membership

Job description

Description

Role: Senior IT Procurement Officer

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Description:

• Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle related to the Information Technology Department.

Role Purpose:

• Act as Senior Buyer for the IT category.

Key Accountabilities of the Role:

IT Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Receive RFQs/RFPs from IT requesters, solicit proposals from vendors, communicate with vendors, and negotiate terms.
• Attend meetings with senior stakeholders and vendors.
• Prepare procurement plans with end users.
• Create contracts for all engagements and negotiate terms and conditions with vendors.
• Create Purchase Orders (POs) and issue them to vendors for execution and delivery.
• Coordinate between IT and VMCP for vendor registration, vendor account updates, etc.
• Initiate SPM for all engagements.
• Ensure closure of all open POs.
• Support vendors for pending payments by coordinating with requesters and FCD.
• Utilize SAP Ariba effectively for RFPs, contracts, and reverse auctions.
• Maintain proper and consistent communication with vendors.
• Adhere to VMCP policies and procedures, and support line managers in closing audit points.
• Act as SME to suggest process improvements and cost savings.
• Ensure timely accommodation of all IT-related procurement requests to prevent delays.
• Represent as SME in meetings/deals with internal and external stakeholders.

Financial & Contract Approval Management:

• Lead contract drafting, review, and execution with stakeholders.
• Maintain and monitor the Contract Database.
• Ensure proper archiving of procurement files.

Special Tasks:

• Assist internal customers (other categories managed by VMCP) and perform additional tasks as required (meetings, calls, reports).
• Maintain good controls within all departmental functions and keep the Department Head informed of issues.

Skills / Technical Knowledge Required:

• Experience in IT procurement or a background in IT profession.

Previous Experience:

• Preferred CIPS qualification or active membership.
• Banking experience is preferred.

Required Experience:

Senior IC