Administrative Assistant jobs in United Arab Emirates

Job Description

As an Administration Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and streamlining all administrative logistics, maintenance and supplier management functions across the Group’s diversified operations while supporting business growth and cross‑functional coordination between retail, manufacturing, hospitality and the other divisions within the group.

• Oversee and manage the day‑to‑day administrative functions of the Admin Department.
• Develop and implement group‑wide administrative policies, SOPs and process improvements.
• Supervise documentation, asset control and record‑keeping systems.
• Manage coordination with government entities (Municipality, Civil Defense, DED, etc.) for decoration, police permits and compliance.
• Manage coordination with malls management for permits, renewals of lease agreements, decorations and fit‑out related work.
• Manage company facilities leases and property insurance coverage.

• Oversee and manage all logistics operations.
• Coordinate transportation, customs clearance and inventory movements across stores, warehouses and production sites.
• Optimize supply chain efficiency by monitoring logistics performance and controlling freight costs.
• Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and accurate documentation.

• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance for stores, factories, offices and hospitality units.
• Supervise maintenance teams and external service providers for electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards across all facilities.
• Prepare and manage maintenance schedules, contracts and annual budgets.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors and service providers.
• Negotiate service agreements, pricing and credit terms to optimize cost efficiency.
• Evaluate supplier performance, ensure timely payments and maintain accurate vendor records.
• Collaborate with procurement to streamline vendor selection and qualification processes.

• Prepare and monitor the annual administration and maintenance budget.
• Track expenditures, analyze variances and implement cost control measures.
• Support internal audit requirements and ensure transparency in administrative spending.

• Lead and develop the administration, logistics and maintenance teams.
• Provide training, mentorship and performance evaluations.

• Head of Departments
• Line Managers

• Suppliers
• Government entities