Group Procurement Manager

About This Role

Job Title: Procurement Manager (Centralized Procurement Function)

Location: Dubai

Industry: Group-Level Corporate (Renowned Business Group)

We are hiring an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee end-to-end procurement operations within a centralized procurement function for a renowned business group in the UAE

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The role is responsible for driving efficient sourcing, supplier management, cost optimization, and governance compliance across multiple business entities. You will ensure procurement activities are executed in a timely, standardized, and compliant manner while supporting internal stakeholders with reliable purchasing solution

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Qualifications & Ski**

• llsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (MBA is a pl
• us)CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent certification prefer
• red7–10 years of procurement experience, wi th 3–5 years in a managerial r ole within a centralized procurement se
• tupStrong experience in sourcing, vendor negotiation, and contract management within UAE/
• GCCGood understanding of UAE procurement regulations and compliance framewo
• rksStrong commercial acumen, negotiation, and stakeholder management ski

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Key Responsibili**

ties1. Procurement Execution & Con

• trolManage end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, bid evaluations, and purchase order issuance across group enti
• tiesEnsure procurement requirements are executed in alignment with approved budgets, specifications, and timel
• inesConsolidate group-wide procurement to achieve cost efficiency, supplier optimization, and standardiza
• tionMonitor procurement pipeline to ensure timely delivery of goods and serv

ices2. Supplier & Contract Manage

• mentManage centralized supplier database including onboarding, prequalification, and performance evalua
• tionLead/support commercial negotiations within defined authority li
• mitsEnsure contract execution in coordination with Legal and alignment with agreed commercial t
• ermsResolve supplier performance issues to ensure continuity and service qua

lity3. Governance & Compli

• anceEnforce procurement policies, procedures, and approval matrices across all enti
• tiesEnsure compliance with internal audit requirements and documentation stand
• ardsAdhere to UAE regulatory frameworks, including customs and free zone requirements where applic
• ableIdentify and escalate procurement risks in a timely ma

nner4. Process Optimization & Sys

• temsStandardize procurement processes across all group enti
• tiesEnsure effective use of ERP/procurement systems for PR-to-PO cycle manage
• mentTrack and report procurement KPIs including savings, spend, lead times, and supplier perform
• anceDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce cycle

time5. Stakeholder Manage

• mentAct as the central procurement interface for all business units and corporate funct
• ionsCoordinate closely with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams for seamless execu
• tionGuide stakeholders on procurement processes, timelines, and compliance requirem
• entsEnsure alignment between business needs and procurement execu

tion6. Team Manage

• mentLead and supervise the centralized procurement team of 4-5 pe
• opleAllocate workload and monitor performance to ensure timely deli
• verySupport training and development to strengthen team capability and effici

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