Strategic Procurement Lead – Materials & Supply

AimGulf; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apparel Group in Dubai seeks a procurement professional to manage end-to-end sourcing of materials, services, and parts for its fashion and lifestyle platforms.

You will identify suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor inventory, and ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies. The role involves close collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive cost efficiency and uninterrupted supply. The position is Dubai-based with significant regional impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in end-to-end procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP and purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and services.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for competitive pricing and reliability.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to secure quality and cost efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production for timely replenishment.
• Conduct market research on price trends, materials, and supplier options.
• Ensure materials meet specifications through coordination with quality and engineering.
• Issue purchase orders, track status, and follow up with suppliers on timelines.
• Resolve delivery discrepancies, delays or quality issues promptly.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, and audit-ready documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and best practices.
• Build strong internal relationships with production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory Planning

Material Planning

Contract Negotiation

Market Research

Purchase Order Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Apparel Group in Dubai seeks a procurement professional to manage end-to-end sourcing of materials, services, and parts for its fashion and lifestyle platforms.

You will identify suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor inventory, and ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies. The role involves close collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive cost efficiency and uninterrupted supply. The position is Dubai-based with significant regional impact.