Strategic Global Procurement Lead (Hybrid/Remote)

ARKA Distribution L.L.C; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

ARKA Distribution L.L.C. in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced procurement professional to drive end-to-end sourcing and vendor management across industrial materials and IT infrastructure.

The role demands 5–8 years UAE-based experience, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of reducing costs while ensuring compliant, on-time deliveries. Hybrid/remote work options are available, with a focus on lean, autonomous execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering; CIPS preferred.
• 5–8 years experience in UAE, trading, distribution, or EPC-linked supply chains.
• Proven cost-saving RFQ negotiation track record.
• Knowledge of incoterms, LC-based trade, and customs docs.
• Ability to work autonomously in a lean, fast-moving team.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and vendor management across steel, galvanizing inputs, lubricants and IT infra.
• RFQ negotiation, competitive bidding, and cost-saving term-setting.
• PO lifecycle management including MOQs, delivery schedules, and discrepancies.
• Compliance and QA with ASTM/BS/ISO docs; maintain supplier files for audits.
• Logistics coordination with forwarders and customs brokers for landed costs.
• Demand planning to align procurement with project timelines and forecasts.

Skills

Sourcing

Vendor management

Negotiation

RFQ management

Logistics coordination

Demand planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

CIPS certification preferred

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Excel

Job description

ARKA Distribution L.L.C. in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced procurement professional to drive end-to-end sourcing and vendor management across industrial materials and IT infrastructure.

The role demands 5–8 years UAE-based experience, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of reducing costs while ensuring compliant, on-time deliveries. Hybrid/remote work options are available, with a focus on lean, autonomous execution.