Senior Procurement Manager

Job Purpose

Lead strategic and operational sourcing for Sinyar’s client portfolio, providing governance, cost-efficiency, and value-driven outcomes. Responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing sourcing team, developing vendor partnerships, and driving business growth with a profit-centre mindset. Ensure sourcing activities are compliant, transparent, and aligned with both client requirements and corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage sourcing teams (Managers, Officers, Specialists) to deliver strategic and operational sourcing activities across multiple client accounts.
• Oversee workload distribution to optimize resources and ensure timely delivery of sourcing requirements.
• Build and manage client relationships, leading weekly operational reviews and monthly performance reporting.
• Identify opportunities to expand Sinyar’s client services through procurement-driven initiatives.
• Supervise sourcing events (RFPs/RFQs), guiding teams on evaluation methods, negotiation strategies, and contract awards.
• Lead high-level supplier negotiations to secure long-term, cost-effective partnerships.
• Develop future sourcing and manpower plans in collaboration with end users and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Contracts Department and end users to manage supplier disputes and settlements effectively.
• Implement sourcing policies, digital platforms, and systems to streamline procurement operations and improve compliance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track cost savings, sourcing efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and audit standards across all sourcing activities.
• Mentor and coach sourcing staff, supporting talent development and succession planning.
  
  

Key Relationships

• Internal: Executive leadership, Project Directors, Finance, Operations, and other departments.
• External: Clients, suppliers, service providers, government authorities.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in procurement, including at least 5 years in a senior management role (preferably in construction or facilities management).
• Knowledge:
• Procurement processes and regulations in the UAE.
• Import/export requirements.
• Strong awareness of UAE supplier market (hospitality and facilities sectors preferred).
• Skills:
• Strategic negotiation and vendor management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced planning, analytical, and organizational capabilities.
• Strong leadership with ability to perform under pressure.
  

Core Competencies

• Core: Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Customer Orientation, Initiative, Integrity.
• Managerial: Developing Others, Directedness, Leadership, Impact & Influence.
• Functional: Analytical/Logical Thinking, Conceptual Thinking, Relationship Building, Achievement Drive, Business Acumen, Decisiveness, Self-Control, Teamwork, Leveraging Technology, Organization Awareness, Leveraging Diversity, Self-Confidence.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achieve 90% audit compliance.
• Establish blanket agreements/contracts with top 5 suppliers to reduce procurement cycle time by 50%.
• Reduce manual purchase requests by 80% through digital systems.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives to achieve at least 5% reduction in transport expenses.
  
  

Job Challenges

• Flexibility required to meet client expectations, including work beyond standard hours.
  
  

Additional Information

• Role is critical in maintaining supply chain continuity from vendors to clients.
• Expected to lead by example, fostering a professional corporate image and team alignment.