Procurement Director

The company is a leading beverage manufacturer in the Middle East, known for its innovative products and strong market presence. It prides itself on quality, sustainability, and driving growth in a competitive FMCG landscape

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Oversee supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms.
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies in all procurement activities.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure seamless operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast procurement needs and optimise inventory levels.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals to achieve departmental objectives.
• Analyse market trends and provide insights for strategic decision-making.

A successful Procurement Director should have:

• 10-15 years of solid end-to-end procurement and experience across directs and indirect categories , ideally within FMCG or beverage manufacturing.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role driving procurement strategy, team performance, and transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage both direct and indirect spend categories with measurable impact.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and building strong vendor partnerships.
• Strong analytical thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.
• A transformational leader passionate about mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement.