315 Head Of Procurement jobs in Dubai

Job Title: Procurement Head (Permanent position)

Location: Dubai

Qualification/Knowledge: Civil Engineer with experience of 15 -20 years in construction procurement (fast paced ) management in the Middle East region.

Experience: Manager with 15 -20 years of construction procurement (fast paced ) experience in the Gulf Region.

Skills: Outgoing and confident professional who can communicate well at all levels with composure and clarity. Strong negotiation skills developed over many years to deliver commercially beneficial results on time and under budget.

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the market and trends within the GCC area.
• Ensure the procurement of goods and services are at competitive prices to the required specification.
• Maintain an inventory of all plant and equipment procured by the company and monitor the transfer of the same from site to site / via the central store. Manage central store / yard and plant.

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• Organization and control of the company's procurement processes;
• Development and implementation of the procurement strategy;
• Cost optimization and procurement budget management;
• Monitoring compliance with delivery deadlines and quality standards;
• Management of turnover and stock levels;
• Inventory analysis and demand forecasting;
• Interaction with logistics, production, and finance departments;
• Leadership of the procurement team, training and development of employees;
• Preparation of reports and analytics on procurement activities;
• Selection, evaluation, and development of suppliers, negotiation management.

• Higher education;
• At least 3 years of experience in a managerial position;
• Proficiency in English and Russian (both written and spoken)
• Analytical mindset, leadership skills, strategic thinking;
• Strong organizational and systematic approach.

• Access to a comfortable workspace situated in Dubai.
• Full-time employment schedule (5 days a week)
• Active team
• Career growth, interesting tasks
• Rich corporate culture

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Job Title: Procurement Head (Permanent position)

Location: Dubai

Degree/diploma in Civil is mandatory.

Civil Engineer with experience of 15 -20 years in construction procurement (fast paced ) management in the Middle East region.

Experience: Manager with 15 -20 years of construction procurement (fast paced ) experience in the Gulf Region.

Skills: Outgoing and confident professional who can communicate well at all levels with composure and clarity. Strong negotiation skills developed over many years to deliver commercially beneficial results on time and under budget.

Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the market and trends within the GCC area.

Ensure the procurement of goods and services are at competitive prices to the required specification.

Maintain an inventory of all plant and equipment procured by the company and monitor the transfer of the same from site to site / via the central store. Manage central store / yard and plant.

• Procurement leadership for construction projects in the Gulf region, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain market knowledge and trends within GCC; secure competitive pricing to required specifications.
• Manage central store/yard and plant; oversee inventory of all procured plant and equipment; monitor transfers between sites.
• Lead vendor negotiations and contract management to deliver on time and under budget.

• Civil engineering degree/diploma (mandatory).
• 15-20 years of experience in construction procurement in the Middle East/Gulf region.
• Proven management experience in fast-paced procurement environments.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

As part of Ghobash Groups transformation program this newly created role will establish and lead the Group Procurement function. The Senior Manager will be responsible for setting up centralized procurement processes for general procurement categories managing vendor onboarding master data governance and driving procurement excellence across the group. This role will also be instrumental in the selection and implementation of the new Vendor Management System (VMS) to standardize and digitalize procurement operations.

This is a unique opportunity to build a Group Procurement function from inception lead critical digital transformation initiatives and play a strategic role in driving value for a leading diversified group in the UAE.

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Design establish and operationalize the Group Procurement department aligned to the transformation program objectives.
• Develop group-wide procurement policies frameworks and standard operating procedures for general procurement categories.
• Define and implement procurement governance and compliance frameworks to ensure efficiency control and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with business unit procurement leads to ensure alignment and synergy without impacting their operational procurement independence.

Vendor Management System Implementation

• Lead the selection process for a new Vendor Management System working closely with IT finance and business stakeholders.
• Develop system requirements evaluate vendors and support contract negotiations.
• Oversee end-to-end implementation of the VMS including integration with existing ERP systems and driving user adoption.

Vendor Onboarding & Master Data Management

• Establish and manage a robust vendor onboarding process to ensure thorough due diligence compliance and data quality.
• Set standards and processes for centralized vendor master data maintenance working closely with business units to ensure data integrity and consistency.

Procurement Operations & Excellence

• Identify opportunities for cost savings supplier consolidation and value optimization across general procurement categories.
• Develop performance KPIs and reporting dashboards to monitor procurement efficiency compliance and savings delivery.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations to drive standardization and process automation.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build and lead the Group Procurement team ensuring appropriate capability development and succession planning.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across finance IT legal and business units to drive procurement transformation
• Act as the Groups procurement subject matter expert advising on best practices and market trends.

Accountabilities

• Cost Savings Delivery
• Vendor Spend Optimization
• Budget Management for Procurement Function
• Contractual Value Realization
• Procurement Policy Governance Framework
• Vendor Management System Selection & Implementation
• Vendor Onboarding & Master Data Governance
• Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
• Team Leadership & Capability Development

Qualifications :

Bachelors or Masters Degree

Additional Information :

Experience

• 10 years with 3 years in a leadership role with Procurement

Skills & Abilities

• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role within a group conglomerate or multi-business environment.
• Proven experience in setting up or transforming procurement functions at a group or regional level.
• Demonstrated success in selecting and implementing Vendor Management or Procurement systems.
• Strong understanding of procurement governance policies vendor onboarding and data management best practices.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Job Purpose: To lead the Non-Technology Strategic Sourcing function for high value and complex purchases ensuring that vendor related commercial & contractual risks are understood and mitigated.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Procurement Lead will manage and lead Bank's Non-IT Strategic Sourcing team in the delivery of non-technology projects to achieve or exceed savings targets for each project assigned.
• The Lead will drive the right business outcomes with advanced subject matter expertise during the execution of projects and will support the concerned businesses in ensuring that the outputs of sourcing projects are embedded in the business to drive value through the contract lifecycle.
• Lead will be responsible for Category Planning and will assist the Head of Procurement in monitoring market conditions and keep Category Management updated of emerging opportunities or changes.
• Ensure maximum contractual protection for the business, considering Procurement Policy requirements and regulatory issues.
• Implement the appropriate buying channel and Vendor management approach for all projects.
• The role will ensure that businesses have operational accountability for contracts after signature/handover and Lead will drive appropriate deployment of the Vendor Management framework along with businesses.
• This is a leader role with the expectation of delivery through a team of SMEs using strong performance management.
• Thought leadership in the development and enhancement of Procurement to Pay processes including the construct and content of agreements.
• Able to seamlessly transition between categories and projects in a matrix management environment. Demonstrate importance of advanced subject matter expertise through example.
• For outsourcing engagements, engage a team of subject matters experts (SMEs) from Risk, Compliance, Information Security, Legal, sharia to fulfill regulatory requirements.
• Drive embedding of best practices and compliance to all Procure to Pay processes within the sourcing team through personal performance.
• Evaluate, Market and Communicate category guidelines into the business.
• Act as an agent of change for the Procurement Transformation and beyond into future change initiatives.
• Provide robust reports on progress against targets, Preferred Supplier List and buying channel compliance.

About the Role

1. Define and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's objectives.
2. Leverage expertise to drive strategic and operational initiatives, achieving key performance targets.
3. Collaborate with the commercial team to mitigate contract and supplier risks.
4. Develop a global sourcing and supply chain program that delivers value to the business.
5. Establish category objectives, sourcing strategies, and supplier goals that support the business plan, ensuring optimal supply chain performance.
6. Foster a high-performing procurement team, promoting motivation and development.

A senior procurement leader with a broad supply chain background, capable of driving strategy, influencing, and delivering results. Experience in Middle East Procurement is essential.

Key Requirements

• Proven track record in strategic procurement leadership.
• Experience in managing global sourcing and supply chain programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• A dynamic work environment that fosters growth and development.
• Opportunities for professional advancement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Job Opportunity:

We are seeking a seasoned talent acquisition professional to lead our end-to-end hiring process for critical commercial roles.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for driving improvements in sourcing strategy, stakeholder alignment, and pipeline strength.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for key positions.
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies across multiple channels.
• Lead calibration and strategy sessions with senior stakeholders.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Analyze data to identify bottlenecks and recommend process enhancements.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members.
• Collaborate with People Operations to ensure smooth onboarding processes.

Requirements:

As a seasoned talent acquisition professional, you will bring extensive knowledge of recruitment best practices and a proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments.

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The role holder is responsible for executing category management and strategic sourcing activities aligned with business requirements. Responsibilities include spend analysis, market intelligence studies, cost-benefit/value analysis, contract development, and supplier relationship management for critical suppliers.

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in procurement functions.
• Project management experience, including planning, mobilizing, and delivering procurement projects.
• Strong understanding of contracts and legal terminology, with experience across diverse procurement categories.
• Experience working in procurement shared services is preferred.
• Experience in the Middle East region is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related fields.
• Additional qualifications such as CIPS, Project Management certifications are preferred.

• Category know-how
• Category management
• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier relationship management
• Contracts and regulatory knowledge
• Project management

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