Procurement Manager

My client is a leading organization in the UAE and they are looking for a dynamic Procurement Manager to join their growing team.

Main Duties

1. Managing specific categories within the business.
2. Developing strategies for each category and ensuring proper implementation of the strategy while aligning with the annual Procurement Plan.
3. Managing the team of procurement specialists.
4. Managing the day-to-day activities of the procurement function.

Specific Duties

1. Running and managing RFQs/RFPs to ensure fulfillment of the Procurement Plan and the category strategy.
2. Acting as a procurement lead on assigned strategic projects, which could include Technology projects, Merger Projects, and special assignments.
3. Planning the procurement of school requirements to ensure timely delivery.
4. Negotiating with suppliers to obtain the best price, quality, and service.
5. Identifying synergies to enhance the commercial advantage of the organization by utilizing the economy of scale.
6. Reviewing the award recommendations and providing sound feedback.
7. Maintaining relations with preferred suppliers to ensure procurement of high-quality goods/services, expedient delivery, and dependable service at optimum price.
8. Analyzing markets to determine suppliers’ sources and product availability.
9. Compiling and preparing reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Ability to develop dashboards would be an added asset.
10. Ensuring compliance of purchasing activities with corporate governance.
11. Solving problems related to procurement processes, logistics, and tenders.