Junior Product Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

DHL Group is the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around; we have a very clear purpose: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, recognizing the difference you bring to our business. Together, we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

DHL Corporate Procurement is a trustworthy business partner that builds a competitive ecosystem for the DHL Group – SUSTAINABLE, AGILE, CONNECTED, FORWARD LOOKING. We transform the way DHL sources products, systems, and services from external partners, leveraging modern digital tools and technologies. Our global procurement team is our biggest asset, and by focusing on clear priorities, we drive tangible value for our colleagues. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our EMEA region.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Procurement? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of the DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of Procurement colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

We are seeking to fill an immediate, full-time, permanent position in EMEA, Dubai, UAE.

Drive and implement local and sub-regional sourcing strategies with a strong focus on Transportation and Logistics services—including road, air, and ocean freight. Work closely with local procurement teams to identify and recommend best-in-class suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, service quality, and reliable delivery. Lead supplier negotiations at the local level to support business needs and long-term supply chain performance.

• Provide professional sourcing support for key business initiatives, supply market research/intelligence to support business decisions in investments and budgets, and establishment of local or sub-regional frame contracts. Identification of strategic sourcing opportunities and development and management of strategic suppliers is key.
• Integrate Procurement services at sub-regional/country level for the business colleagues (divisions) in scope. Achieve greatest value contribution, benefit realization, and efficiency from all procurement activities, ensuring fulfillment of joint goals with internal business partners by meeting their demands in terms of quality, price, and service.
• Specialize in strategic sourcing of goods and services and transportation capacities to reduce costs and ensure quality and supply as needed by the business/function in scope.
• Support the business with detecting the right suppliers for driving forward innovation.
• Support with supplier risk assessment and evaluating suppliers based on sustainability KPIs.
• Manage larger complexity of contracts and new contract types (e.g., with startups).
• Deep understanding of the regional business as well as market trends of the specific categories.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally with a focus on Transportation and Logistics services—including road, air, or ocean freight. While experience in aviation procurement is a strong advantage, candidates with other relevant backgrounds will also be considered.
• Solid understanding of the Transportation industry, both within and beyond DPDHL. Familiarity with multiple transport modes is valuable.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic is highly valued.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data and analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification.

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world.
• International and virtual environment.
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn.
• Tempting compensation and benefits.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

If this is something you would like to do, don’t hesitate and start your application.