Senior Procurement Specialist

IFZA Partnership; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

24 annual leave days

Flight home annual

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Company events

Job summary

IFZA Partnership is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support the Head of Group Procurement in enhancing governance and value creation across the organization. You will lead sourcing, supplier evaluations, tenders, and negotiations while partnering with internal stakeholders and driving continuous improvement.

This role offers exposure to senior leadership and will drive procurement best practices, risk management, and governance across complex project-based environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, procurement, business administration, engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years at Senior Procurement Specialist level.
• End-to-end procurement experience including sourcing, tendering, contract negotiations, supplier management.
• Proven track record delivering commercial value through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Certifications (CIPS, CPSM) advantageous and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Identify process gaps and drive procurement improvements across the organization.
• Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, tenders, and negotiations to optimize value, quality and cost.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders for effective procurement delivery.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, supplier assessments, contracts, and documentation.
• Analyze spend data and supplier performance to support strategic decisions.
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure compliance and mitigate procurement risks.
• Support development and implementation of procurement policies and governance frameworks.
• Utilize ERP/procurement systems for procurement activities, reporting, and supplier performance.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM)

Job description

Job description

The Senior Procurement Specialist is a strategic and hands-on procurement professional responsible for supporting the Head of Group Procurement in enhancing procurement operations, governance, and overall effectiveness across the organization and Private Office.

Reporting directly to the Head of Group Procurement, this role will act as a key partner in identifying process gaps, driving procurement improvements, streamlining workflows, and implementing best practices to improve efficiency, compliance, and value creation.

This role requires a proactive procurement professional who can operate independently, partner effectively with internal stakeholders, and contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement practices. The position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and will serve as a key support to the Head of Group Procurement.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Group Procurement in identifying process gaps, improving procurement practices, and enhancing operational efficiency and governance.
• Drive procurement improvement and transformation initiatives, implementing best practices across the function.
• Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, tender processes, and commercial negotiations to achieve value, quality, and cost optimization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure effective procurement delivery.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, supplier assessments, contract reviews, and procurement documentation.
• Analyse spend data, supplier performance, and procurement metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct commercial and risk assessments to ensure compliance and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Support the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Utilize ERP and procurement systems to manage procurement activities, supplier performance, and reporting.
• Prepare procurement reports, market analyses, and recommendations for management review.
• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, and industry best practices to support procurement strategy and continuous improvement.
• Act as a senior procurement resource to support both the Head of Group Procurement and the wider procurement team, without direct line management responsibilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years operating Senior Procurement Specialist level.
• Experience managing end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Proven track record of delivering commercial value through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) are advantageous
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proactive, curious, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience within FF&E, interior fit-out, hospitality, property/luxury residential, yacht/marine related procurement, or similar project-based environments is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement transformation, process improvement, or procurement excellence initiatives.
• Proven ability to identify operational gaps and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Experience supporting procurement leadership in driving governance, efficiency, and continuous improvement programs.
• Experience working within complex, multi-stakeholder environments where influence and collaboration are critical to success.

Benefits

• International team (over 50 nationalities)
• 24 annual leave days
• Annual flight home
• Life insurance plan
• Medical insurance plan (with the option to upgrade at your own cost)
• Invitations to participate in various company functions, staff events, and department team building events
• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow with the organization
• Being part of a motivated team and Moving-Forward-Company-Culture