Senior Manager Category - Energy

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

Job summary

A prominent company in the energy resources sector is seeking a Senior Manager in the Supply Chain division. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing procurement processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The role requires extensive experience in category management and the ability to lead cross-functional projects, along with a background in supply chain management education and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• 4 to 6 years of experience with a Master's degree.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category management strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional supply chain projects.

Skills

Market research

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Procurement processes improvement

Data analysis

Education

Bachelors degree in supply chain management

Masters degree in a related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Advanced Excel

Job description

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

• Develop and execute category management strategies aligned with client objectives and market trends.
  
• Conduct market research to analyze supply market dynamics and identify opportunities.
  
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships ensuring performance quality and compliance.
  
• Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms while managing risks.
  
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans when needed.
  
• Manage category budgets to ensure costeffective procurement aligned with financial targets.
  
• Continuously improve procurement processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  
• Lead or participate in crossfunctional supply chain projects to meet category management goals.
  
• Ensure compliance with legal regulatory industry standards and client policies in procurement.
  
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions and market changes.
  
• Prepare and present performance reports and key metrics to senior management.
  
• Develop and implement the annual operational plan in line with strategic objectives.
  
• Implement operational performance indicators to track progress and success.
  
• Achieve Emiratization targets according to client policies in collaboration with relevant divisions.
  
• Ensure employee training for skill development in coordination with the Training & Development Department.
  
• Supervise and provide guidance to employees ensuring task completion and performance tracking.
  
• Ensure tasks are carried out according to established procedures.
  
• Review and improve procedures processes and policies for alignment with client standards.
  
• Initiate and implement performanceenhancing initiatives within the team and department.
  
• Foster creativity and innovation by encouraging team participation in idea generation.
  
• Promote institutional sustainability through team engagement and strategic proposal submissions.
  
• Ensure alignment with corporate excellence standards and provide necessary resources.
  
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of client data according to company policies.
  
• Apply professional behavioral standards and ethics in all activities.
  
• Implement security and safety standards as per client policies.
  
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the line manager.
  

RequirementsTo be considered in this role you need to qualify through :
Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Administration Engineering Finance or a related field. Masters degree in a related field is preferred.
Relevant certifications (e.g. CPSM CIPS) is a must.
8 to 12 years experience if you hold a Bachelors
4 to 6 years experience if you hold a Masters
Experience in category management or supply chain roles with a proven track record of managing key categories and leading procurement initiatives
Proficiency in procurement and supply chain management software (e.g. ERP systems like SAP Oracle) and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

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Senior Manager