Senior Tech & Consultancy Category Lead

Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) in Dubai seeks a senior procurement leader to manage technology and consultancy categories, driving sourcing, supplier management, and value creation. You will lead a team, ensure governance, and deliver efficient procurement outcomes across the organization.

The role emphasizes cost optimization, risk management, and continuous improvement, with a focus on building a qualified supplier base and strong stakeholder relationships to support strategic

Qualifications

• 7+ years in procurement/strategic sourcing/category management, incl. 4+ years in technology procurement.
• 3+ years in supervisory/managerial role with team leadership and development experience.
• MCIPS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of category strategies and sourcing plans.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities: tendering, evaluations, negotiations, contracts, planning.
• Identify cost savings, avoidance, and value creation through market analysis and strategic sourcing.
• Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to enhance procurement outcomes.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align strategies.
• Oversee supplier performance and participate in supplier evaluations and improvements.
• Ensure a competitive supplier base and identify potential suppliers with registration team.
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage strategic supplier relationships for optimal outcomes.
• Oversee contract management, performance, renewals, variations, and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify procurement risks, implement controls and timely escalation.
• Drive continuous improvement, digitalization, and best practices to boost efficiency.
• Prepare and present procurement reports and performance updates to management.

Job description

Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) in Dubai seeks a senior procurement leader to manage technology and consultancy categories, driving sourcing, supplier management, and value creation. You will lead a team, ensure governance, and deliver efficient procurement outcomes across the organization.

The role emphasizes cost optimization, risk management, and continuous improvement, with a focus on building a qualified supplier base and strong stakeholder relationships to support strategic