Procurement Manager – Industrial Machinery (China Sourcing)

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement of construction machinery and equipment required for manufacturing plants.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable Chinese suppliers and OEMs for machinery such as mixers, reactors, batching systems, packaging lines, and related equipment.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers in China to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Conduct commercial and technical negotiations, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and after-sales service agreements.
• Coordinate factory visits, supplier audits, and inspections in China to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to understand machinery specifications and ensure alignment with production requirements.
• Manage import logistics, shipping documentation, customs clearance, and compliance with UAE regulations.
• Monitor market trends, pricing benchmarks, and technological advancements in construction machinery.
• Mitigate procurement risks and ensure contingency planning for supply disruptions.
• Maintain procurement budgets, cost-saving initiatives, and reporting metrics.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on sourcing machinery from China.
• Mandatory proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) and English (both written and spoken).
• Extensive network of machinery suppliers, manufacturers, and agents across China.
• Strong understanding of international trade practices, import/export regulations, and logistics.
• Experience working in the UAE or GCC region is mandatory.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to China for supplier development and inspections.
• Preferred Skills
• Technical understanding of plant machinery and process engineering related to construction chemicals.
• Familiarity with quality control standards, certifications, and factory audits in China.
• Experience in cost optimization, strategic sourcing, and long-term supplier agreements.