Procurement Manager

About Al Emadi Enterprises

Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Strategic Procurement & System Implementation

• Lead the transition from manual, decentralized purchasing requests (e.g., WhatsApp, email) to a unified, centralized procurement software system.
• Develop and enforce comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and approval matrices for all procurement activities across the group.
• Establish and manage a centralized supplier database to facilitate efficient price comparisons, contract management, and vendor performance tracking.

Operational Leadership & Team Management

• Oversee the daily operations of the Procurement team, ensuring equitable workload distribution and eliminating single points of failure.
• Coordinate closely with all department to ensure procurement activities align with project timelines and operational needs.

Vendor Management & Cost Optimization

• Identify, negotiate, and secure favorable terms with local and international suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Conduct regular market analysis to ensure Al Emadi Enterprises receives the best value without compromising on quality or compliance.
• Address and resolve bottlenecks related to contractor payments and supply chain disruptions in collaboration with the Finance department.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, local regulations, and industry best practices.
• Generate regular reports on procurement metrics, cost savings, vendor performance, and operational efficiency for leadership.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS - Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) is highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably within a large conglomerate, real estate, or hospitality sector in the GCC region.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing centralized procurement systems (e.g., SAP, MS Dynamics, Oracle) and establishing departmental SOPs from the ground up.
• Experience managing complex vendor relationships and negotiating high-value contracts.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to drive process improvements across multiple departments.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• High proficiency in digital procurement tools and data analytics.
• Exceptional communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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