Strategic Contracts & Procurement Lead

AD Ports Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

AD Ports Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a contracts management professional to oversee pre-award and post-award activities within the cluster. You will liaise with stakeholders to develop procurement plans and manage ITT packages through the bidding process.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and ability to coordinate with end users across the organization. English proficiency is essential; Arabic knowledge is desirable. Minimum 6–8 years in a similar role is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in pre-award and post-award contract management.
• Fluent in English; working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop yearly procurement plans with stakeholders and ensure compliance with policies.
• Prepare RFEI/Pre-qualification and evaluate bids and bidder lists.
• Examine scope of work for completeness and consistency.
• Prepare ITT packages and coordinate issuance to approved bidders.
• Attend pre-tender meetings and arrange site visits; draft recommendations for award and Letters of Award.
• Negotiate contract terms, manage admin (bank guarantees, insurances, invoices) and maintain contract records.
• Review variations and claims; prepare amendments as required.
• Close-out contractual matters and manage tender requests with end users.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

AD Ports Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a contracts management professional to oversee pre-award and post-award activities within the cluster. You will liaise with stakeholders to develop procurement plans and manage ITT packages through the bidding process.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and ability to coordinate with end users across the organization. English proficiency is essential; Arabic knowledge is desirable. Minimum 6–8 years in a similar role is expected.