Head of Procurement

Advanced Search Group; Manama; On-site; BHD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Search Group is seeking a Head of Procurement to steer the organization’s procurement function and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective, compliant procurement for goods and services across large-scale projects.

The role requires a strong leadership record, extensive procurement experience, and expertise in end-to-end procurement processes, risk mitigation, and team development.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement / Supply Chain / related field

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Category Logistics, Supply Chain & Procurement

Industry Logistics and Supply Chain

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.