Specialist - Procurement & Contracts Business Partner

Dubai Media Incorporated; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Media Incorporated is seeking a Specialist – Procurement & Contracts Business Partner to join the Contracts & Procurement team in Abu Dhabi. This role will act as a trusted procurement partner across business units, translating requirements into sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contracts deliver value and compliance.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and government entities to optimize processes, mitigate risks, and support Dubai

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field is required.
• Experience in procurement, sourcing, contracts, or supply chain is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract administration.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work across multiple business functions and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, policies, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with departments to understand procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies.
• Support procurement initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Contribute to supplier negotiations and contract finalization with favorable terms.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and vendor performance for informed decisions.
• Identify procurement risks and provide mitigation recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Monitor demand forecasts and procurement plans; maintain contract records and milestones.
• Support drafting and review of contracts to minimize risk and protect interests.
• Develop reports and insights to support procurement decisions and build strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Contract management

Vendor management

Supplier negotiations

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Procurement governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Job description

Job description

About the Role

Are you passionate about strategic procurement, contract management, and driving value through strong supplier partnerships?

Dubai Media is looking for a Specialist – Procurement & Contracts Business Partner to join our Contracts & Procurement team within Corporate Support.

In this role, you will act as a trusted procurement partner to business units across the organization, helping translate business requirements into effective procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contracts deliver value, compliance, and operational excellence.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and government entities to support procurement initiatives, optimize processes, mitigate risks, and contribute to Dubai Media's long-term business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Partner with departments across the organization to understand procurement needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Support the implementation of procurement initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Contribute to supplier negotiations and contract finalization to secure favorable commercial terms.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and vendor performance to support informed decision-making.
• Identify procurement risks and provide recommendations to mitigate commercial and operational exposure.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Monitor demand forecasts, inventory requirements, and procurement plans where applicable.
• Maintain contract records, key milestones, renewal dates, and supplier documentation.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, ensuring all obligations and deliverables are fulfilled.
• Support the drafting and review of contracts to minimize risk and protect organizational interests.
• Develop reports, insights, and recommendations to support procurement and business decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Any relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, contracts, or supply chain functions is an advantage
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract administration.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a commercial mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple business functions.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Professional certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is an advantage.

Why This Role?

Because effective procurement is more than purchasing. It's about creating value, managing risk, and enabling business success.

You’ll play a key role in supporting Dubai Media’s procurement and contracting activities, helping departments achieve their objectives while ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and strong supplier performance.

If you’re a strategic thinker who enjoys working with stakeholders, negotiating value-driven solutions, and building strong supplier partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.