528 Procurement Director jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Procurement Director – Dubai

ONLY CANDIDATES WITH EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING INDUSTRIES WILL BE CONSIDERED:

1. Oil and Gas
2. Energy
3. Telecommunications
4. Construction

Great Opportunity to join this company at a crucial time to take the procurement function to the next level in this new role as Procurement Director reporting in to the board. You will be looking for an opportunity to create a world class procurement function and will be able to set a vision, engage with stakeholders and then deliver through implementation. This business is about to embark on a dramatic expansion phase, the role will therefore represent a fantastic opportunity for career development.

The Procurement Director will be responsible for managing the Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Logistics and Operational Planning functions across people, processes and technology. The Procurement Director will play a key part in the current and continued success of the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assess the current structure and set the strategic direction for all procurement activity in line with key business objectives.
2. Manage strategic and operational activity to exceed key performance targets in line with group standards.
3. Work with the commercial team to reduce contract/supplier risk.
4. Develop a strategic global sourcing and supply chain programme.
5. Establish category objectives, sourcing strategies and supplier objectives that support the business plan to ensure a best in class supply chain performance.
6. Ensure that all procurement staff are motivated and developed.

To be considered you will be a senior procurement leader with a broad supply chain background able to set strategy, influence and deliver. Experience of Middle East Procurement is a must.

About The Company

In November 2010, GCC specialist recruiter, iQ selection came together with global professional recruitment consultancy Morgan McKinley, under the name Morgan McKinley. With 24 offices globally, Morgan McKinley connects specialist talent with leading employers across multiple industries and disciplines. We work very closely with international corporates, top investment banks and local SMEs to provide those looking for their next career move with the best job opportunities.

From our Dubai office, we provide specialist recruitment expertise spanning Financial Services & Finance; Sales, Marketing & Support; and Technical sectors throughout the GCC region, with dedicated consultants delivering focused sector and local knowledge. In addition, we are fully committed to promoting the government's Emiratisation policy.

The Procurement Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement activities within the organization, from sourcing suppliers to negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships. They will lead a team to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining high quality standards.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs and improve efficiency.
• Lead the procurement team in sourcing vendors, evaluating proposals, and negotiating contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide strategic solutions.
• Continuously evaluate market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Oversee the procurement budget and manage spending to achieve financial goals.
• Resolve any procurement-related issues or disputes that may arise.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in procurement leadership roles, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar position.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve departmental goals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) is preferred.

The company is a leading beverage manufacturer in the Middle East, known for its innovative products and strong market presence. It prides itself on quality, sustainability, and driving growth in a competitive FMCG landscape

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Oversee supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms.
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies in all procurement activities.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure seamless operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast procurement needs and optimise inventory levels.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals to achieve departmental objectives.
• Analyse market trends and provide insights for strategic decision-making.

A successful Procurement Director should have:

• 10-15 years of solid end-to-end procurement and experience across directs and indirect categories , ideally within FMCG or beverage manufacturing.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role driving procurement strategy, team performance, and transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage both direct and indirect spend categories with measurable impact.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and building strong vendor partnerships.
• Strong analytical thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.
• A transformational leader passionate about mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement.

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Who we are

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

The Vendor Management Administrator plays a key role in supporting vendor registration, onboarding, and performance evaluation processes within the e-procurement system. This role ensures accurate data collection, compliance with company policies, and effective communication between suppliers and internal teams including procurement, finance, and legal.

• Manage end-to-end vendor onboarding in the e-procurement tool, ensuring documentation, compliance checks, and approvals are completed.
• Maintain and update supplier records, contracts, and agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as the primary contact for suppliers regarding registration, invoicing, and payment queries.
• Support procurement and finance teams in resolving vendor and system-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and audit standards.
• Provide training and guidance to new suppliers on registration processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and supplier experience.
• Vendor Onboarding & Compliance: Strong understanding of supplier registration, due diligence, KYC, and compliance.
• Data Management: Ability to maintain accurate vendor records and generate reports.
• Procurement Processes: Familiarity with sourcing, contracting, and P2P cycle.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to track vendor performance and recommend improvements.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in troubleshooting supplier issues.
• Training & Support: Capable of guiding stakeholders and suppliers through onboarding.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• Procurement/Supply Chain certification is a plus (e.g., COO, CPPM, CICCM).

Experience:

• 1–3 years in procurement or a related role.
• Proven expertise in vendor data management, due diligence, and governance.
• Experience working with compliance teams to meet regulatory standards.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Supply Chain
• Industries: Retail

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INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT

For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavour to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewellery, and eyewear. Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken with the customer at heart. Be it constantly reinventing itself or focusing on innovation to provide luxury experiences at over 750+ experiential retail stores, online and through mobile apps, each touch point leads to delighting the customer. Today, Chalhoub Group stands for 14,000 skilled and talented professionals across seven countries, whose cohesive efforts have resulted in the Group being ranked third in the Middle East and first in Saudi Arabia as a Great Place to Work. To keep the innovation journey going, the Group has set up "The Greenhouse", which is not just an innovation hub, but also an incubator space and accelerator for start-ups and small businesses in the region and internationally. This is just one of the several initiatives taken by the Group to reinvent itself, catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. The Group has also been embedding sustainability at the core of its business strategy with a clear commitment towards people, partners, and the planet, and by being a member of the United Nations Global Compact Community and signatory of the Women's Empowerment Principles.

By being part of our journey here at Chalhoub Group, you can make a real impact on customers and some of the finest brands in the world. In return, you'll have everything you need to innovate your career.

We are always looking for ambitious students and graduates from a wide range of backgrounds for our professional internship programs. You will up-skill in the everyday and experience working as a valued member of the team - you will be empowered to innovate, develop and learn in a fun and supportive environment

Are you ready to jump start your career with the Middle East's Leading Luxury Retail Group?

• You will be determined to succeed in all you do
• You take initiative, listen, learn and challenge the status quo
• You think like an entrepreneur and are motivated to create your own success
• You like to have fun and you will bring positivity and a smile to your work and the team

With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts. To view all our perks and benefits, please refer to the careers section.

It Takes Diversity of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.

We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.

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INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT

For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavour to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewellery, and eyewear. Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken with the customer at heart. Be it constantly reinventing itself or focusing on innovation to provide luxury experiences at over 750+ experiential retail stores, online and through mobile apps, each touch point leads to delighting the customer. Today, Chalhoub Group stands for 14,000 skilled and talented professionals across seven countries, whose cohesive efforts have resulted in the Group being ranked third in the Middle East and first in Saudi Arabia as a Great Place to Work. To keep the innovation journey going, the Group has set up “The Greenhouse”, which is not just an innovation hub, but also an incubator space and accelerator for start-ups and small businesses in the region and internationally. This is just one of the several initiatives taken by the Group to reinvent itself, catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. The Group has also been embedding sustainability at the core of its business strategy with a clear commitment towards people, partners, and the planet, and by being a member of the United Nations Global Compact Community and signatory of the Women's Empowerment Principles.

By being part of our journey here at Chalhoub Group, you can make a real impact on customers and some of the finest brands in the world. In return, you’ll have everything you need to innovate your career.

We are always looking for ambitious students and graduates from a wide range of backgrounds for our professional internship programs. You will up-skill in the everyday and experience working as a valued member of the team - you will be empowered to innovate, develop and learn in a fun and supportive environment!

Are you ready to jump start your career with the Middle East's Leading Luxury Retail Group?

• You will be determined to succeed in all you do
• You take initiative, listen, learn and challenge the status quo
• You think like an entrepreneur and are motivated to create your own success
• You like to have fun and you will bring positivity and a smile to your work and the team!

With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts. To view all our perks and benefits, please refer to the careers section.

It Takes Diversity of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.

We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.

• Participating in training programs and company events
• Negotiating product pricing and contracts with vendors
• Updating contract terms of existing vendors
• Establishing vendor performance standards and suggesting improvements
• Researching new vendors in the market
• Ensuring all vendor activities adhere to our company policies

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: From AED2,500.00 per month

Job Title: Director, Procurement - MENA Region

Company: Global Renewable Leader

Location: Dubai, UAE

Reports to: Global Supply Chain VP (Headquarters)

Job Summary:

Client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Procurement to lead our MENA regional procurement activities. Based in Dubai and reporting directly to the global head of procurement, this role is responsible for overseeing all strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations within the Middle East and North Africa region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-scale engineering and equipment procurement, particularly within the energy or heavy manufacturing sectors, and will be a crucial link between our international operations and our global headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute regional procurement strategies aligned with global objectives for the MENA region.
2. Manage end-to-end procurement activities for major projects, focusing on engineering, equipment, and large-value contracts.
3. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management for high-value capital projects.
4. Oversee and ensure expertise in international logistics and customs clearance processes within the region.
5. Manage procurement specifically related to heavy lift and transport (cranage and lifting solutions) for project execution.
6. Build, develop, and lead a high-performing procurement team.
7. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders across the MENA region.
8. Drive cost savings, value engineering, and total cost of ownership improvements.
9. Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant local regulations.
10. Act as a key liaison for the procurement function between the MENA region and Global Headquarters.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategic procurement, with a significant portion focused on large-scale equipment and projects.
2. A stable career history with no more than two job changes in the past five years, demonstrating a pattern of long-term commitment and sustained impact in previous roles.
3. Essential: Proven experience and deep knowledge of procurement within the Middle East region.
4. Essential: Strong experience in handling international logistics and customs clearance.
5. Essential: Specific experience in the procurement of cranage, heavy lift, and transport solutions.
6. Extensive background in strategic sourcing within the new energy (wind/solar/ESS), energy, heavy manufacturing, oil & gas, or EPC industries.
7. Demonstrated experience managing high-value, complex procurement projects.
8. Proven leadership experience with strong team management skills.

Critical Competencies & Skills:

1. Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is highly preferred, to ensure seamless communication and alignment with Global Headquarters and key project stakeholders.
2. A deep understanding of international business culture, with specific proficiency in navigating between Eastern and Western business practices. This is crucial for effective liaison and negotiation.
3. Prior experience working within a global matrix organization, with a strong preference for candidates who have experience collaborating closely with APAC or China-based leadership teams.
4. Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
6. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.

Other Requirements:

1. This role is based in Dubai, UAE.
2. Willingness to travel within the MENA region as required.
3. Ideal candidates will have existing right to work in the UAE region.

Organizational Context:

1. This position resides within the broader Global Delivery System organization's procurement function and is a key role for our international expansion.

Package: 200KUSD/Year

Job Description :

To support activities as specified below: a. Vendor relationships (existing, new) b. BAU administration, which covers management of Premises/ Facilities, Security, Utilities, Order placements, inventory control, waste management, etc. c. Expense and Accrual management d. Customer Fulfilment e. Mailroom management f. Archives management g. Price/ cost optimization; vendor negotiations h. Special projects to the extent they cover the above areas. i. All activities need to be supported in the context of the banks policies KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES :- List daily/weekly duties that account for at least 5% of the time as well as typical projects or assignments. KPIs for this role would include the following: a. Minimising Unplanned Disruptions b. Ensuring periodic preventive maintenances are performed & effective c. Effectiveness of Price negotiations/ cost saves delivered. d. Adherence to policy (for example, Vendor Policy, Outsourcing Policy)/ minimal policy breaches e. Minimal SLA breaches for outsourced activities managed by vendors Important Skill sets required for this position are: Technical: a. Mandatory: Experience in facilities management, including a working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, security infrastructure b. Mandatory: Experience in dealing with the entire vendor life-cycle (preparation and issuance of RFPs, bid management, price negotiations, agreement finalization, bid award, project tracking, periodic vendor evaluation and assessment). c. Mandatory: Experience in dealing with local authorities such as the Police, Civil Defence, DED. d. Mandatory: Regulatory awareness, especially in the context of safety & security. e. Beneficial: Experience of having worked in a banking/ financial institution, with awareness of banking products, channels, overview of banking regulations. f. Beneficial: Experience in managing document archives. Softskills: a. Service orientation; an ability to meet established service standards; capable of reviewing and revising service standards in coordination with Hubbed Operations. b. Process orientation; an ability to review operational processes so as to enhance the risk management and customer orientation. c. Team management; an ability to manage the team (comprising 1 person) and to liase with other departments to develop back-ups to manage leaves, etc. Qualifications / Experience Required - Include only those qualifications/experience absolutely necessary to perform the job. Should have at least 10 years experience, including 4 years in a Unit Heads capacity. Ability to interact with diverse set of stakeholders Ability to work to stringent deadlines, independently and with a Do-it-Right-the-first time approach to quality. Exhibit willingness to assume additional responsibilities as may be required. Fluent in Arabic, English

Company Name : Client of Symmetrical

Location : Dubai

Job Code : HR/SGS/059

Experience : 10

Job Salary Up to AED 26,000/- to AED 28,000/- pm