Strategic Procurement & Contracts Leader

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Rashid and Latifa Schools Establishment seeks a seasoned Procurement Leader to oversee RLSE procurement governance, supplier management and contract administration, ensuring value for money and compliance with budgets.

You will coordinate across academic, operational, facilities and finance teams, lead tender processes, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while safeguarding ethics and service continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 6–8 years of procurement/sourcing experience.
• Experience in a supervisory or team lead role is preferred.
• Master’s degree or professional certification in procurement/supply chain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain and improve RLSE’s procurement procedures and governance.
• Coordinate procurement planning across academic, operational, facilities, technology and corporate requirements.
• Provide procurement advice to leadership, budget owners and internal stakeholders on sourcing options and contract obligations.
• Establish transparent tendering, quotation, evaluation and award processes to ensure fairness and compliance.
• Lead supplier evaluation, due diligence and performance management including SLAs and KPIs.
• Coordinate with Finance for budget availability, cost control and reporting.
• Develop procurement dashboards and spend analysis for leadership decisions.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Organizational Enablement.

Skills

Procurement governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Rashid and Latifa Schools Establishment seeks a seasoned Procurement Leader to oversee RLSE procurement governance, supplier management and contract administration, ensuring value for money and compliance with budgets.

You will coordinate across academic, operational, facilities and finance teams, lead tender processes, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while safeguarding ethics and service continuity.