Strategic Sourcing Lead: Category & Negotiations

Al Tayer Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing across key spend categories, driving cost optimization and risk mitigation in line with group standards.

You will partner with internal stakeholders, shape demand, run RFIs/RFPs, negotiate best terms, and ensure full compliance. The role requires 7+ years’ UAE experience, MBA in Finance or Engineering, and strong ERP/SAP Ariba expertise.

Qualifications

• Graduate with MBA, preferably Finance or Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in procurement in UAE preferred.
• Detailed understanding of spend categories and procurement processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or JD Edwards) and SAP Ariba is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic category sourcing and risk analyses.
• Drive supplier negotiations to minimize total cost of acquisition/ownership.
• Coordinate category spend activities to meet quality and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and communicate sourcing strategies.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Cost modeling

Project management

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Compliance

Procurement processes

Supply chain knowledge

Education

MBA

Finance/Engineering background

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle

JD Edwards

Job description

Al Tayer Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing across key spend categories, driving cost optimization and risk mitigation in line with group standards.

You will partner with internal stakeholders, shape demand, run RFIs/RFPs, negotiate best terms, and ensure full compliance. The role requires 7+ years’ UAE experience, MBA in Finance or Engineering, and strong ERP/SAP Ariba expertise.