Procurement Manager (QPM001)

Foreground LLC; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in Doha is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing and supply for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and vendor management skills, and a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields. This role involves developing strategies for material availability while ensuring budget compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of procurement experience in the construction sector.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor development skills.
• Knowledge of local and international procurement standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement function, managing end-to-end sourcing.
• Develop procurement strategies for material availability and cost competitiveness.
• Negotiate terms with suppliers to optimize value.

Skills

Vendor management

Cost optimization

Contract negotiation

Supply chain performance monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a leading construction group in Qatar to identify a Procurement Manager who will oversee the sourcing and supply of materials and services for large-scale infrastructure and building projects. This role requires strong vendor management, cost optimization, and contract negotiation expertise, ensuring procurement aligns with project delivery timelines and budget controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement function, managing end-to-end sourcing, vendor prequalification, and contract execution.
• Develop procurement strategies that ensure material availability, cost competitiveness, and quality compliance.
• Negotiate terms with suppliers and subcontractors to optimize value and reduce risk exposure.
• Monitor supply chain performance, resolving bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain supplier performance evaluation and reporting systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and finance teams on procurement forecasts.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of procurement experience in the construction sector.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor development skills.
• Knowledge of local and international procurement standards.
• Fluency in English required, Arabic preferred.