Lead Procurement.CA -Strategic Sourcing.Corporate Affairs
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Overview
- We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the Non-Technology procurement vertical, covering categories such as HR services, Facilities Management, Marketing, and Professional Services.
- The role is responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives globally, optimizing procure-to-pay processes, managing supplier relationships, and leading a small, high-performing procurement team.
- The successful candidate will act as a trusted business partner, ensuring compliance, cost optimization, operational efficiency, and value creation across the organization.
- Lead and manage global non-technology procurement categories including HR services, FM, marketing, and professional services.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing and category management strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Assign and oversee RFPs, sourcing projects, and day-to-day procurement activities within the team.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and reliable service delivery.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives and achieve measurable procurement savings.
- Manage end-to-end procure-to-pay activities, ensuring timely issuance of purchase orders and process efficiency.
- Identify and implement opportunities for automation, digitalization, and process improvement.
- Act as a key point of escalation for stakeholder issues, contract disputes, and supplier performance concerns.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team through clear KPIs, performance management, and training.
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
- Professional procurement certification preferred (e.g., CIPS, SPSM or equivalent).
- 2 years of progressive procurement experience
- Proven experience managing non-technology procurement categories in a banking or service-based industry.
- Strong track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
- Experience working with ERP systems, eProcurement platforms, eTenders, and eAuctions.
- Solid understanding of local, regional, and international supply markets.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a global or multi-cultural environment.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to drive process improvements, manage risk, and deliver measurable business value.
- The leading financial institution in MENA
- While more than half a century old, we proudly think like a challenger, startup, and innovator
- in banking and finance, powered by a diverse and dynamic team who put customers first.
- Together, we pioneer key innovations and developments in banking and financial services.
- Our mandate?
- To help customers find their way to Rise Every Day, partnering with them through
- the highs and lows to help them reach their goals and unlock their unique vision of success.
- Delivering superior service to clients by leading with innovation, treating colleagues with dignity and fairness while pursuing opportunities that grow shareholders value.
- We actively contribute to the community through responsible banking in our mission to inspire more people to Rise.
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