Head of Procurement
Velora Aviation
Date: 4 hours ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Job Purpose
The Head of Procurement is responsible for overseeing the procurement function. This role involves leading the procurement team, developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective and efficient manner and in line with the business strategy.
Job Accountabilities
The Head of Procurement is responsible for overseeing the procurement function. This role involves leading the procurement team, developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective and efficient manner and in line with the business strategy.
Job Accountabilities
- Developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with the overall business strategy.
- Managing the procurement team and ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and resources to carry out their roles effectively.
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers and ensuring that the terms and conditions are favourable to the organization.
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
- Ensuring that procurement activities comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Monitoring procurement performance metrics and taking action to address any issues.
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure that procurement activities are integrated with other business functions.
- Managing the procurement budget and ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
- Identifying and implementing procurement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or another complementary discipline; professional certification (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) is preferred
- 12+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within complex, multi-stakeholder organisations.
- Proven track record of delivering category strategies and large sourcing initiatives that produce measurable value.
- Demonstrated experience applying procurement governance, policy and compliance frameworks in a regulated or government-related environment.
- Strong background in contract negotiation, commercial risk management and supplier performance management.
- Practical involvement in procurement improvement initiatives, including systems adoption, process optimisation and team capability building.
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