What Jobs are available for Sourcing in the United Arab Emirates?

Job Overview: We are looking for a Sourcing Assistant to support our Procurement Sales and Sourcing Specialist. In this remote role, you will assist with a large list of RFQs (Request for Quotations), search for items, and work with manufacturers and dealers to get the best pricing while meeting deadlines. You will also assist with operations to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time (Flexible Hours)

Key Responsibilities are as follows but not limited to:

• Help manage and process a large list of RFQs.
• Search for the right suppliers, manufacturers, and dealers to meet our needs.
• Obtain and compare quotes from suppliers to ensure the best possible pricing.
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers to meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery.
• Assist with the initial evaluation of supplier qualifications, certifications, and capabilities.
• Help with pre-qualification processes and documentation as directed by the Sourcing Manager.
• Provide insights and recommendations on potential sourcing strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of quotes, contracts, and procurement decisions.
• Follow up with suppliers on delivery status and ensure on-time shipments.
• Verify that supplier invoices match the initial quotes and agreed terms.
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement team as needed.

What We’re Looking for:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Familiarity with procurement processes is a plus.
• Previous experience in sourcing, procurement, or a related field is an advantage.
• Flexibility to work according to project deadlines and requirements.

Working Hours:
This is a remote position with flexible working hours, allowing you to adjust your schedule to meet deadlines.

What You’ll Gain:

• Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced professionals in procurement and sales to fast-track your learning and growth.
• Hands-On Experience: Exposure to real-world procurement projects, enhancing your understanding of RFPs, RFQs, and tendering.
• Skill Development: A chance to develop valuable skills and gain hands-on experience in the industry, including market research, data analysis, documentation, and supplier negotiation.
• Industry Expertise: Develop in-depth knowledge of procurement sales, bidding processes, and supply chain management, setting a strong foundation for a career in procurement.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to transition into a full-time Procurement Sales Specialist role with demonstrated performance and dedication.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with suppliers, clients, and industry professionals to expand your professional network.

Behaviors (Values in Practice):

• Accountability: Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modeling FGi Solutions Values.
• Ambition: Widely shares his/her personal vision for FGi Solution, engages and motivates others.
• Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships, with colleagues, managers, and other external suppliers, vendors, agents, and customers.
• Creativity: Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.

Benefits:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

WHAT DOES FGI HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your well-being. This includes competitive Salary, Incentive, and annual bonus.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work as a cohesive team to achieve our goals. Our goal is that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Supply Chain Solutions providers, let’s work together to help you find your new role.

Some of our Benefits look like:

• Great Remuneration
• Rewards & Recognition (Performance Basis)
• Growth & Excellence
• Supportive Team and Management
• Great Networking Opportunities
• Bustling Work Location

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This is a remote position.

Job Title: Sourcing Specialist Company: REAP HR & Recruitment Consultancy Location:  Remote working Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Recruitment Team Lead / Managing Director About REAP HR

REAP HR is a trusted UAE-based recruitment and HR consultancy serving clients across Education, Healthcare, Construction, Engineering, Real Estate, Hospitality, Retail, Logistics, Automotive, and F&B industries. We deliver high-impact recruitment through a blend of human expertise, ethical practices, and AI-driven sourcing systems.

Position Overview

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for identifying, attracting, and engaging qualified candidates across multiple industries using digital sourcing tools, Boolean logic, and AI platforms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys research, technology, and strategic talent mapping — working closely with Recruitment Consultants to build pipelines for active and future job requirements.

Key Responsibilities 1. Candidate Research & Lead Generation

Conduct structured searches using LinkedIn Recruiter, Apollo.io, Indeed, and internal databases .

Apply Boolean, X-ray, and AI search strings to identify top candidates across industries (Education, Healthcare, Engineering, Hospitality, etc.).

Scrape and organize data from job boards, social media, and professional networks into Zoho Recruit CRM.

Maintain updated candidate sheets with verified contact details and key skill summaries.

2. Talent Pool Development

Build and segment talent pools for high-demand roles: teachers, nurses, engineers, sales executives, technicians, etc.

Track passive candidates for future openings and engage them periodically with REAP HR updates.

Support recruitment campaigns by preparing Excel/Zoho candidate trackers by category, experience, and location.

3. Coordination with Recruitment Team

Collaborate with Recruitment Specialists to understand client needs and role specifications.

Share shortlisted leads daily/weekly based on priority job openings.

Support candidate pre-screening with basic qualification and availability checks.

4. Data Management & Reporting

Ensure all sourcing data is accurate, tagged, and updated in Zoho Recruit or other internal systems.

Generate weekly sourcing reports (number of profiles sourced, shortlisted, contacted, etc.).

Maintain confidentiality and comply with UAE PDPL (Personal Data Protection Law) in all sourcing activities.

5. Market & Competitor Intelligence

Monitor hiring trends, salary levels, and skill availability within assigned sectors.

Research target companies and competitor hiring strategies to improve sourcing effectiveness.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent command of Boolean search techniques , AI-assisted sourcing, and digital talent mapping.

Familiar with LinkedIn Recruiter, Apollo.io, Indeed, Zoho Recruit , and Google search operators.

Strong data organization and attention to detail.

Analytical mindset and ability to interpret sourcing metrics.

Clear written and verbal communication.

Fast learner with interest in multi-industry recruitment (Education, Healthcare, Engineering, F&B, etc.).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.

1–3 years’ experience in sourcing or recruitment (agency/consultancy preferred).

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Sheets and CRM systems.

Knowledge of UAE job market and visa categories is a plus.

English proficiency required; Arabic/Hindi/Tagalog an advantage.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance incentives.

Annual leave, and continuous skill development.

Access to AI tools, automation platforms, and advanced sourcing training.

Opportunity for growth into Recruitment Specialist or Account Management roles within REAP HR.

Requirements Working Days: 6 days a week working hours: 8 hours you may require to work late hours as per business requirements. 

**Sourcing Specialist -** **Construction Oil and Gas EPC background**
SLB Production Facility is seeking a highly motivated and experienced **Sourcing Specialist** to manage the sourcing and procurement of **EPC construction subcontractors** during both the **tendering and execution phases** of Oil & Gas projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RFP management, vendor evaluation, cost estimation, and analytical modelling, with a focus on construction scopes and materials.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Implement sourcing strategies to ensure quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency for construction subcontracting services.
+ Act as the **single point of contact** for sourcing activities related to assigned equipment and services.
+ Conduct **RFI** processes to identify, assess, and qualify EPC construction contractors, with a focus on the **Middle East & North Africa (MENA)** region.
+ Lead **RFP** processes for construction scopes, ensuring risk mitigation and value optimization in terms of quality, delivery, and cost.
+ Develop and maintain **construction pricing sheets** and **cost estimation models** based on **Material Take-Offs (MTOs)** and market benchmarks.
+ Perform **pricing benchmarking** and cost analysis to support competitive and accurate bid evaluations.
+ Build and utilize **analytical models** to assess sourcing scenarios, vendor performance, and cost drivers.
+ Source and evaluate new vendors using structured **scoring sheets** and conduct **vendor audits** to ensure compliance and capability.
+ Select high-performance subcontractors in alignment with preferred supplier lists and category strategies.
+ Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with subcontractors to meet project and company objectives.
+ Collaborate with Sourcing Managers and Contract Specialists to execute contract development and finalization.
+ Document and track sourcing performance using tools such as **SAP Ariba** .
+ Work closely with the Supply Manager to ensure continuity of supply and alignment with project needs.
+ Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure smooth sourcing operations.
**Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in **Engineering (preferably Civil)** , **Supply Chain Management** , or a related field.
+ Minimum **8-10 years** of relevant experience in **Sourcing & Procurement** within **Construction** **Oil & Gas EPC Projects** .
+ Proven experience in managing **RFPs for EPC construction contractors** during both tendering and execution phases.
+ Strong knowledge of **construction MTOs** including valves, instruments, piping, and related equipment.
+ Familiarity with **Early Production Facilities (EPF)** is a plus.
+ Experience in **vendor evaluation, scoring, and auditing** .
+ Proficiency in **SAP Ariba** or similar sourcing platforms.
+ Excellent **negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management** skills.
**Skillset:**
+ Ability to **read and interpret P&ID** , engineering drawings, and technical diagrams.
+ Proficient in reviewing and understanding **quality documentation** .
+ Strong **negotiation skills** with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
+ Ability to interpret **project schedules and manufacturing timelines** .
+ Experience in **MTO analysis** , **pricing benchmarking** , and **developing construction pricing sheets** .
+ Skilled in **cost estimation** and building **analytical models** to support sourcing decisions.
+ Capable of working **autonomously** in a fast-paced, professional environment with minimal supervision.
+ Effective **presentation skills** for internal and external communication.
+ Strong **interpersonal skills** to build and maintain relationships across teams and with vendors.
Bachelors degree with experience in Sourcing.
Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an "Equal Opportunity Employer". For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster" located here: The Company is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

Job Overview / Summary:

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to optimize the supply chain for raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and services within the food industry. This role requires a strong understanding of the food sector, supplier markets, cost drivers, and quality standards. The manager will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure cost-effective procurement, risk mitigation, and supplier innovation aligned with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key categories including raw materials, commodities, ingredients, packaging, and indirect materials, with cost reduction and cash release targets.

• Conduct market analysis and supplier research to identify sourcing opportunities, risks, and innovations in the food supply chain.

• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms, including pricing, quality, delivery, and sustainability commitments.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing strategic suppliers to ensure continuity and improvement.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance & Control teams, Operations, Chefs, and Regulatory teams to align sourcing strategies with product specifications, compliance requirements and market constraints.

• Monitor supplier performance & relationship using KPIs and implement corrective actions where necessary.

• Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects without compromising quality and safety standards.

• Prepare and present regular reports on sourcing activities, savings, and market trends to higher management.

• Develop suppliers’ innovation capabilities across the region – work on regionalizing our supply base

• Support sustainability and corporate social responsibility goals by integrating environmentally responsible sourcing practices.

• Keep up to date with food industry trends, regulations, and innovations impacting sourcing decisions.

• Contribute to INDPT employee development & engagement through on boarding them in all transformational projects and breakthrough process

• Led Procurement Business Continuity Process across key countries like the U.A.E and K.S.A

OTHER DUTIES

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards which may be established by the company from time to time is essential to the successful performance of this position.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Food Science, or related field.

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the food industry and / or more generally within the FMCG sector.

• Strong knowledge of food ingredients, raw materials sourcing, packaging, and related supply markets.

• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, cost management, and contract development.

• Familiarity with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, SQF) and regulatory compliance are an advantage.

• Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Proficient in ERP (Ariba, Oracle,….) and e-procurement tools

• Language: Perfect English, additional language is a plus

SOFT SKILLS:

• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Drive For Results

• Strategic Agility

• Business Acumen

• Comfort around Higher Management

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Motivating others

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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.

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We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Analyst to strengthen its procurement operations across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.

This fast-paced, multi-faceted role involves:
Conducting data-driven analysis across sourcing, procurement, and supply chain functions
Identifying cost-saving opportunities through market insights and spend data
Supporting supplier research and e-sourcing activities
Contributing to process transformation through advanced analytics and reporting tools
Playing a key role in achieving compliance and driving both financial and strategic impact

Ideal for someone with experience in analytics or procurement, excellent command of Excel/Power BI, and a sharp eye for optimization. Experience in hospitality or FMCG is a plus.

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