Strategic Indirect Sourcing Leader

Landmark Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark Group is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead indirect sourcing across FMCG, retail, and automotive sectors in Dubai. You will design long-range sourcing strategies, negotiate techno-commercial terms, and optimize spend through e-procurement tools, RFx, and auctions.

You will develop category strategies, conduct spend analytics, and drive cost savings while aligning with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of work experience in Procurement/Sourcing in FMCG, Retail & Automobile.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / MBA; CIPS preferred.
• Knowledge of e-Procurement, RFX, e-Auctions, ERP SAP ARIBA or Oracle R Fusion.
• Strong Project Management, Analytical and influencing Skills.
• Sound knowledge of processes and systems.
• People / Team Management.
• Quick and rational decision-making skills under pressure.
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer / Technical Skills: ERP Oracle / SAP, BI Tools, MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Work with Indirect Sourcing Team to build category-specific sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate techno-commercial terms with suppliers across categories.
• Manage e-Procurement tools, RfX, online auctions and tendering.
• Develop and deliver sourcing strategies across group companies.
• Conduct spend analysis and drive cost optimization projects.
• Drive procurement efficiencies and develop SOPs.
• Align procurement processes with stakeholders for efficiency.
• Manage supplier relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Lead RFQ processes and negotiations across geographies.
• Develop samples from new vendors and evaluate quality with concept teams.
• Finalize rates cards and communicate to concept sourcing teams.
• Interface with cross-functional teams on product/quality issues.
• Establish and execute time and action timelines for buying seasons.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical

Influencing Skills

Communication

People / Team Management

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / MBA

CIPS certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP ARIBA

Oracle R Fusion

ERP

BI Tools

MS Office

Job description

Landmark Group is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead indirect sourcing across FMCG, retail, and automotive sectors in Dubai. You will design long-range sourcing strategies, negotiate techno-commercial terms, and optimize spend through e-procurement tools, RFx, and auctions.

You will develop category strategies, conduct spend analytics, and drive cost savings while aligning with multiple stakeholders.