Head of Procurement

NASS Group & Corporation; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 20,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NASS Group & Corporation in Bahrain seeks a Head of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and the end-to-end procurement cycle. You will drive supplier relationships, manage risk, and ensure compliant, cost-effective sourcing for major projects.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and extensive procurement leadership experience, with strong commercial acumen, communication, and ERP/ procurement software proficiency to optimize performance across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• CIPS certification desirable.
• 8–10 years procurement experience, including at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement software, and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts to achieve optimal business outcomes.
• Identify and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement/Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

ERP software

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Summary

The Head of Procurement is responsible for leading the organization's procurement function by developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services. The role oversees the end-to-end procurement process, mitigates supply chain risks, and leads the procurement team to support the successful delivery of business and project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives
• Lead the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance monitoring
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts to achieve optimal business outcomes
• Identify and mitigate procurement and supply chain risks
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, or a related field
• Professional procurement or supply chain certifications (e.g., CIPS) are desirable
• Minimum of 8-10 years of procurement experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and procurement for large-scale projects
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement software, and Microsoft Office applications