Head of Contracts & Procurement Shared Services

Oman Investment Authority; Muscat; Vor Ort; OMR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Oman Investment Authority is seeking a senior leader to drive the Contracts & Procurement Shared Services across three pillars: Contracts & Procurement, Supplier Management, and In-Country Value. You will ensure policy compliance, governance, and performance excellence while guiding supplier development and localisation initiatives across the group.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, monitoring KPIs, and aligning divisional strategies with corporate objectives.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CIPS) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years procurement and contracts experience in a large logistics organisation.
• At least 5 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of the transport and logistics industry and its supply markets.
• Knowledge of ports and free zones is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Lead strategy development for the Contracts & Procurement Shared Services across three pillars.
• Provide governance, compliance, and performance management aligned to directives.
• Drive supplier development, ICV initiatives, and localisation in procurement processes.
• Represent the division in senior forums and ensure adoption of group strategies.

Kenntnisse

ISO quality assurance

FIDIC contracting standards

Contracting best practices

Analytical and problem-solving

Effective communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business

CIPS certification preferred

Jobbeschreibung

JOB PURPOSE

Provides leadership to the implementation of the Group s Contracts amp Procurement Shared Services structured across three strategic pillars Contracts amp Procurement Supplier Management and In-Country Value ICV The role ensures Group-wide compliance with policies regulations and OIA directives while embedding robust governance performance management and supplier development Accountable for delivering sustainable value through effective sourcing contract management supplier performance and localisation initiatives thereby strengthening operational efficiency advancing national objectives and supporting the Group s long-term strategic goals

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Divisional Strategy Development and ImplementationDevelop lead and direct the implementation of the Contracts amp Procurement Shared Services strategy structured across the three pillars Contracts amp Procurement Supplier Management and In-Country Value ICV Ensure alignment of priorities with the unit strategy ASYAD s vision mission and corporate objectives embedding governance compliance and performance excellence Provide subject matter expertise and strategic counsel to ASYAD leadership on all matters related to procurement supplier management and ICV enabling effective decision-making and risk management Translate Group objectives and OIA directives into actionable divisional initiatives ensuring measurable outcomes in value realisation cost optimisation supplier performance and ICV contribution Monitor and evaluate the execution of divisional strategies proactively addressing risks adapting to emerging market dynamics and ensuring continuous improvement LeadershipManage the achievement of divisional objectives through effective leadership setting clear goals driving performance and motivating the team to deliver excellence across the three pillars Contracts amp Procurement Supplier Management and In-Country Value ICV Lead talent development initiatives collaborating with discipline experts and external stakeholders to build future-ready capabilities in procurement supplier management and ICV Provide guidance to the team in driving the business s key strategic initiatives including supplier development ICV contribution and procurement governance Coordinate and manage the workload of the team ensuring timely delivery of divisional objectives and alignment with corporate planning cycles Foster a culture of accountability innovation and collaboration encouraging the team to anticipate risks close gaps proactively and contribute to continuous improvement Represent the division in senior leadership forums influencing decision-making and ensuring the division s priorities are embedded into wider Group strategies

Responsibilities

Lead oversee and manage the C ampP Shared Services function across the Group structured around the three strategic pillars Contracts amp Procurement Supplier Management and In-Country Value ICV Provide daily management leadership and strategic guidance to a cross‑functional team of C ampP stakeholders ensuring alignment with corporate and OIA directives Drive the monitoring reporting and achievement of divisional KPIs following up with stakeholders and ensuring accountability Develop andenhance governance frameworks including the Manualof Authority standard contract templates and tender committee Terms of Reference strengthening compliance accountability and audit readiness Manage the operations of the C ampP team to ensure timely processing of purchase requisitions PRs and purchase orders POs while driving process automation and cycle‑time reduction Perform independent evaluation and review of contract terms conditions and risks embedding compliance with OIA directives and mitigating exposure to the Group Establish comprehensive contracts covering high‑value and frequently purchased goodsservices to maximise value for money Initiateanddirect digitalisationprojects across the three pillars Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify best practices ensuring competitiveness and develop strategic sourcing frameworks Lead the creation and continuous update of the GroupC ampP Policy and SOPs ensuring end‑to‑end clarity of processes and consistent adoption across all Business Units Establish and oversee the Vendor Performance Management framework supplier audits and capability assessments ensuring supplier resilience compliance and performance improvement ChampionICV initiatives embedding OmanisationSME participation and local manufacturing support into procurement processes and monitor ICV reporting across all Business Units Work with ASYAD s C ampP management to plan and implement initiatives that drive customer satisfaction cost efficiency and operational excellence establishing a culture of continuous improvement Provide leadership to tendering committees streamlining templates educating secretaries and standardising reporting across the Group Ensure accurate management reports are delivered includingbenefits realisedvendor compliancecategory spendvalue analysisICV contributions and shareholder requirements Review tendering notices received from all Business Units

Minimum bachelor s degree

Minimum bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or an equivalent field.Professional qualification or certification from a relevant professional body (e.g.,CIPS) is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 10years experience in procurement and contracts within a large logistics organisation, including tendering and contracting, with at least5years in a management role.Strong knowledge of the transport and logistics industry and its supply markets.Strong business understanding of ports and free zones is an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills

• Able to demonstrate experience in the application of ISO quality assurance systems in a contracting environment.
• Good knowledgeof local contract standards and international standards such as FIDIC.
• Sound understanding of the contracting function and related best practices.
• Sound understanding of local contracting practices.
• Ability to evaluate complex proposals received from suppliers.
• Strong ethics.
• Effective communication skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.