Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Northern Emirates

Salary: AED 20,000 – 25,000

Job Code: 230/001/831

Industry: Manufacturing (Chemicals) / Industrial Goods

Job Brief:

Seeking a highly experienced Procurement Manager to oversee the complete purchasing cycle for a leading manufacturing group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement within manufacturing industries, particularly involving chemical products.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage, organize, and control all procurement activities.
• Develop purchasing procedures and prepare instructions accordingly.
• Analyze market trends and delivery conditions for material forecasting and procurement planning.
• Establish vendor evaluation systems focusing on quality, pricing, delivery, and service.
• Design, manage, and monitor procurement reporting systems to align with company standards.
• Source and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring high-quality products and ethical standards.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders, change notices, and review purchase claims for policy compliance.
• Draft and review vendor contracts, proposals, bids, and ensure all legal and pricing terms are met.
• Lead procurement activities from initial purchase intent to final delivery of goods.
• Assign procurement tasks and supervise the negotiation of complex supply agreements.
• Improve office procedures and systems to enhance procurement operations.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Supply Chain Management.
• Additional certifications in Procurement or Supply Chain are preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of procurement experience, ideally within the manufacturing industry (Chemical/Industrial goods).
• Strong knowledge of the SAP MM module is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills are highly desired.