Senior Manager Category - Energy

Black Pearl; Ajman; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy resources sector is looking for a Senior Manager - Category in Ajman. This role involves optimizing procurement processes and managing supplier relationships to support business goals. The candidate will develop strategies, lead negotiations, and ensure compliance while fostering innovation and sustainability in the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain management, particularly in category management.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and develop strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop category management strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct market research for supply market dynamics.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Market research analysis

Contract negotiation

Budget management

Procurement process improvement

Job description

Our client is a prominent operator in the energy resources sector. We are hiring a Senior Manager - Category for their Supply Chain division to optimize procurement and supply chain processes for key categories of goods and services essential to the business. Responsibilities in this role will include, but are not limited to:

1. Developing and executing category management strategies aligned with client objectives and market trends.
2. Conducting market research to analyze supply market dynamics and identify opportunities.
3. Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance.
4. Leading contract negotiations to secure favorable terms while managing risks.
5. Monitoring supplier performance and implementing improvement plans when needed.
6. Managing category budgets to ensure cost-effective procurement aligned with financial targets.
7. Continuously improving procurement processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
8. Leading or participating in cross-functional supply chain projects to meet category management goals.
9. Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, industry standards, and client policies in procurement.
10. Identifying and mitigating risks related to supply chain disruptions and market changes.
11. Preparing and presenting performance reports and key metrics to senior management.
12. Developing and implementing the annual operational plan in line with strategic objectives.
13. Implementing operational performance indicators to track progress and success.
14. Achieving Emiratization targets according to client policies in collaboration with relevant divisions.
15. Ensuring employee training for skill development in coordination with the Training & Development Department.
16. Supervising and providing guidance to employees, ensuring task completion and performance tracking.
17. Ensuring tasks are carried out according to established procedures.
18. Reviewing and improving procedures, processes, and policies for alignment with client standards.
19. Initiating and implementing performance-enhancing initiatives within the team and department.
20. Fostering creativity and innovation by encouraging team participation in idea generation.
21. Promoting institutional sustainability through team engagement and strategic proposal submissions.
22. Ensuring alignment with corporate excellence standards and providing necessary resources.
23. Maintaining confidentiality and privacy of client data according to company policies.
24. Applying professional behavioral standards and ethics in all activities.
25. Implementing security and safety standards as per client policies.
26. Performing any additional tasks assigned by the line manager.

Category Manager • Ajman, United Arab Emirates