Group Procurement Director

WE'RE HIRING | HEAD OF PROCUREMENT | DUBAI, UAE

Based in Dubai | Operations across Africa (Angola & beyond)

A leading conglomerate with diversified operations across Africa — spanning Trading, Hypermarkets, FMCG, and Manufacturing — is seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Head of Procurement to lead and transform our procurement function at a group level.

This is a senior leadership role for a results-driven professional who thrives in complex, multi-geography environments and has the gravitas to influence at the highest level.

ABOUT THE GROUP

We are a high-growth conglomerate with a strong presence across Africa, with key operations in Angola and multiple other African markets. Our diverse portfolio spans retail, trading, FMCG distribution, and manufacturing, with a consolidated annual turnover of procurement exceeding USD $400 Million. Our headquarters and procurement leadership function are based in Dubai, UAE.

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THE ROLE

As Head of Procurement, you will own the end-to-end procurement strategy across all business verticals and geographies. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, drive cost optimization, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure procurement aligns seamlessly with the group's financial and operational objectives.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle across all group entities

• Develop and execute group-wide procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings

• Drive cost optimization initiatives across direct and indirect spend categories

• Lead, mentor, and develop a procurement team (minimum 5+ members)

• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, with a strong focus on African market suppliers

• Negotiate high-value contracts with exceptional commercial acumen

• Collaborate closely with Finance on cash flow management, working capital optimization, and payment terms

• Ensure procurement compliance, risk mitigation, and governance frameworks are in place

• Partner with business unit heads across Trading, Hypermarkets, FMCG, and Manufacturing

• Provide data-driven insights and procurement analytics to senior leadership

• Oversee sourcing strategies for goods and services across UAE and Africa-based operations

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IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• 12–18 years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/head-level role

• Background from one or more of the following sectors: Trading | Hypermarkets | FMCG | Manufacturing (a mixed background is highly preferred)

• Demonstrated experience managing procurement portfolios with an annual spend/turnover of USD $400 Million or above

• Proven track record in managing and developing procurement teams of 5 or more

• Deep expertise across the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process

• Outstanding negotiation skills — able to secure the best commercial terms at scale

• Strong financial acumen — solid understanding of cash flow, working capital, payment cycles, and budget management

• Experience working in or sourcing from Africa, particularly Angola and Sub-Saharan markets, is a strong advantage

• Currently based in the UAE or with significant UAE/GCC procurement experience

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills

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COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Monthly Salary: AED 40,000 – 45,000

• Location: Dubai, UAE

• Additional benefits as per company policy

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WHY THIS ROLE?

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of procurement at a group level within a fast-scaling conglomerate with deep African roots. You will have direct impact on the bottom line, work across exciting and diverse business verticals, and be a key member of the senior leadership team shaping the group's next phase of growth.