Senior Procurement Specialist

Solutions+ (A Mubadala company); Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Operational Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end procurement activities. The role involves supplier negotiations, contract management, and performance reporting, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Business Management, a minimum of 5 years in procurement, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a procurement role with an emphasis on processes and systems.
• Proficient in ERP with an emphasis on Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end procurement activities, including supplier selection and negotiation.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive value.
• Report procurement performance against metrics.

Skills

Communication

Sourcing & Negotiation

Problem Solving

Analytical

Procurement Processes

Project Management

Education

Degree in Business Management or equivalent

CIPS certification

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

***UAEN Only***

Position Purpose:

The Operational Procurement Specialist is responsible to deliver and manage end-to-end procurement activities through RFQ, Purchasing and Ordering routes, and supply base management activities, ensuring value delivery, efficiency, and compliance. Experience as a Buyer, procuring software platforms.

Core Responsibilities:

• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive value through outstanding sourcing performance and supplier relationships
• Conduct end-to-end procurement activities, including supplier selection, RFx documentation, negotiation and award
• Lead negotiations for relevant transactions with suppliers on various levers such as specification, prices, delivery schedule and compliance to endorse the best bid
• Report procurement performance (savings, timescales, efficiency, compliance) for the relevant category and activities in line with agreed score cards, metrics and targets
• Conduct contract management activities, including contract administration, ordering and receiving, payment documentation, and amendments
• Provide recommendation to procurement leadership to process supplier invoices after performing due diligence against purchase orders and contract agreements
• Deliver supply base management activities, including supply market research and supplier registration in liaison with strategic procurement specialists
• Conduct supplier master data management activities, specifically cleaning vendor records, updating and enhancing supply base.
• Provide “help-desk” services to both key business users and suppliers to improve operational procurement delivery and address bottlenecks in achieving business objectives.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

1. Excellent communication skills
2. Excellent sourcing & negotiation skills
3. Problem solving skills
4. Analytical skills
5. Strong working knowledge of Procurement Processes and systems.
6. Project management experience
7. A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered, multi-tasking environment.
8. Proficient in ERP with emphasis on Procurement, Microsoft Office suite, e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Management or equivalent. CIPS certification will be an advantage.
• 5+ years of experience in a procurement role with emphasis on processes and systems