Supply Chain Analyst – Middle East & Africa

Emerson; Dubai; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to support its strategic growth plan in Dubai. This position involves managing procurement and logistics activities related to metering skids, requiring collaboration with engineering and local teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or supply chain management and at least three years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible leave policies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a matrix organization.
• Experience as a technical buyer is preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Source various categories of indirect materials and procure critical components for metering skids.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage end-to-end RFx processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure specifications are met.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

ERP systems such as Oracle

Job description

Job Description

Supply Chain Analyst:

The Supply Chain Analyst will support Emerson’s 5-year strategic growth plan in MEA, performing day-to-day regional procurement and logistics activities. This role will focus on the specialized requirements of the metering skids industry, including navigating complex engineering requirements and ensuring procurement activities align with project specifications and timelines. The role requires collaboration with local and global teams across business units to implement supply chain improvement programs such as tactical sourcing, cost reduction, regionalization, supply optimization, and contract management. The position is based at MEA Headquarters in Dubai.

Responsibilities:

• Source various categories of indirect materials, including MRO and services, to deliver optimal total cost with minimal risk to Emerson.
• Procure materials and components critical to metering skids (e.g., valves, flow meters, pressure sensors, instrumentation) at competitive prices, ensuring quality and profitability through vendor selection.
• Manage end-to-end RFx processes, including maintaining Opportunity/RFQ trackers and vendor lists.
• Work with customers to clearly document requirements for RFx processes, maximizing the use of AVL and PSL.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to verify technical specifications for metering skids and related components.
• Negotiate with suppliers to increase value while ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Optimize payment terms and improve Days Payable Outstanding (DPO).
• Build strong supplier relationships to foster strategic collaboration and position Emerson as a preferred customer.
• Assess supplier capabilities for manufacturing precision metering components.
• Support procurement of services and materials, including continuous improvement initiatives, market research, scope validation, contract development, and dispute resolution.
• Coordinate with legal for contract management to mitigate risks.
• Assist with logistics activities and MIC support for Global Sales MEA shipments.
• Manage local customs requirements, permits, registrations, and website memberships for import/export across MEA.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in Master Data Management for logistics assets.
• Support procure-to-pay processes, resolving invoice/payment issues and supplier disputes.
• Uphold high standards of integrity and ensure compliance with the Emerson Code of Ethics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a matrix organization, preferably in oil and gas, chemical processing, or utilities sectors.
• Proven experience in supplier management and negotiation, especially with technical vendors.
• Proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a technical buyer focusing on metering skids and instrumentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Logistics experience, including customs handling.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing platforms like SAP Ariba.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle.
• Professional certifications like CIPS, CIPP/PM, or CSCP.

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Emerson, we value a workplace where employees are respected, valued, and empowered. We promote innovation, collaboration, and diversity, supporting your career growth through mentorship, training, and leadership development. We prioritize employee wellbeing with flexible benefits, including health insurance, assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, and flexible leave policies. Our training initiatives span onboarding to senior leadership development, offering various learning opportunities to help you succeed and make a lasting impact.