Vice President Procurement

ADNOC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive end-to-end contracts execution across projects, upstream studies, drilling, operations and support contracts within the ADNOC Group. You will own sourcing strategies, bidder lists and techno-procurement negotiations for major acquisitions, and lead award, administration and close-out with full DoA and Tender Board compliance.

The role requires 18+ years in procurement within large Oil & Gas setups, with 10+ years in senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• 18+ years in procurement management within a large Oil & Gas organisation, including 10+ years in progressively senior management.
• Proven leader of large professional teams with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience with DoA, Tender Board processes and Group Procurement Policy.
• Accredited CIPS Level 4 or above (held or in progress).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of contracts execution services across projects, drilling, operations and support services.
• Develop sourcing strategies, bidder lists and techno-procurement negotiations for major acquisitions.
• Direct contract award, administration, variation and close-out ensuring DoA and Tender Board compliance.
• Build and lead a high-performing division, shaping capability and talent pipelines.
• Protect procurement value and compliance and oversee contractor performance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contracts management

Stakeholder management

Negotiations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CIPS Certification

Job description

Job Description

About ADNOC

ADNOC is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies, headquartered in Abu Dhabi and trusted to deliver reliable, responsible, and forward-looking energy solutions. As a global energy leader, ADNOC offers exceptional talent the opportunity to contribute to strategic transformation, innovation, and long-term value creation across the energy value chain.

Role Requirements

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of contracts execution services covering projects, upstream studies and drilling, operations and support services contracts across the ADNOC Group.
• Own the development of sourcing strategies, bidder lists and techno-procurement negotiations for major, high-value acquisitions — driving economies of scale across centralised spend areas.
• Direct contract award, administration, variation and close-out activity, ensuring full compliance with the Delegation of Authority, ADNOC Group Procurement Policy and Tender Board requirements.
• Build and lead a high-performing division — shaping capability, succession and talent pipelines with emphasis on Emiratisation, while managing divisional plans, budgets, risk and HSE standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Run a cost-effective, compliant contracts execution service for projects, drilling, operations and support services across the Group.
• Set sourcing strategies and bidder lists and lead techno-procurement negotiations on major centralised acquisitions.
• Endorse tender strategies, bid evaluations, awards and variations through the Tender Board, and direct contract award, administration and close-out.
• Protect procurement value and compliance under the DoA and Group Procurement Policy, reducing third-party spend and improving policies and procedures.
• Oversee contract execution with Legal, disputes and contractor performance, and centralise contracts nearing closure with Group Companies.
• Develop the team and successors, raise service quality.

Tendering and Contract Management

• Lead high-value tender reviews, bidder lists, awards and negotiations for centralised commodities, endorsing tender strategy, award recommendations and variation orders to management.
• Ensure timely, compliant Tender Board submissions and direct pre- and post-commitment procurement activity so services are received on time.
• Ensure contracts are properly drafted and executed with Legal, in line with current government regulations, and partner with Group Companies to centralise contracts nearing closure.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this exciting leadership opportunity, candidates should bring deep expertise in strategic sourcing and contracts management across the full tender lifecycle — from bidder list and tender strategy through techno-procurement negotiation, award and close-out — combined with the procurement judgement to safeguard ADNOC's interests under the Group Procurement Policy and Tender Board framework, and the presence to influence senior stakeholders across Directorates, Group Companies and international contractors.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• 18+ years in procurement management within a large Oil & Gas organisation, including a minimum of 10 years at progressively senior managerial level.
• A proven leader of large professional teams, with the credibility to influence SVPs, Group Company executives and international vendor leadership.
• Deep technical strength across contracts management, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, procurement risk and compliance — with accredited certification (CIPS Level 4 or above) held or in progress.
• The judgement to reconcile diverse stakeholder views and resolve complex procurement disputes, underpinned by impeccable ethical standards.