Sourcing Manager

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

Job summary

A leading procurement firm is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager to drive procurement strategies in the utilities sector. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities include overseeing the procurement cycle, developing sourcing strategies, and mentoring junior professionals. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and experience in market intelligence to enhance supplier performance and contribute to long-term operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading procurement and strategic sourcing in the utilities sector.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct market benchmarking.
• Experience in supplier evaluation and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for infrastructure-related goods and services.
• Oversee the full procurement cycle from RFQs to vendor onboarding.
• Lead supplier performance management and relationship development.
• Conduct market intelligence to identify suppliers and trends.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and industry standards.
• Collaborate with teams to align sourcing with business objectives.
• Establish performance metrics for suppliers and implement remedial actions.
• Mentor junior procurement professionals.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Procurement cycle management

Cost optimization

Market intelligence

Contract negotiation

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sourcing Manager to lead procurement and strategic sourcing initiatives within the utilities sector. This role is responsible for driving cost optimization, ensuring supplier performance, and aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals while maintaining compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, lead, and execute sourcing strategies for infrastructure-related goods and services to achieve long-term cost savings and operational efficiency.
  
• Oversee the full procurement cycle including RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and vendor onboarding.
  
• Lead supplier relationship management, ensuring strong partnerships that drive quality, innovation, and timely delivery.
  
• Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to identify emerging suppliers, trends, and cost-reduction opportunities.
  
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with business objectives and project requirements.
  
• Establish supplier performance metrics and implement corrective actions where necessary.
  
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to junior procurement and sourcing professionals.
  
• Prepare and present reports to senior management on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.