Procurement Lead

JOB PURPOSE:

The Procurement Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing the organization’s procurement function, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services. This role drives strategic sourcing, aligns procurement with business objectives, and ensures sustainable, value-driven practices that support operational excellence and organizational growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Strategic Procurement Operations & Sourcing Leadership

• Strategize and lead the full procurement lifecycle to ensure transparency, efficiency, and total alignment with company policies and project requirements.
• Prioritize procurement categories and set sourcing strategies to ensure optimal supplier selection based on technical, financial, and strategic criteria.
• Supervise and guide the procurement team in the preparation and validation of purchase orders to maintain rigorous accuracy and compliance.
• Lead the effort to secure the best commercial and contractual terms while maintaining quality, delivery, and cost control targets.

Supplier Relationship Management & Localization

• Lead supplier management initiatives, including qualification, evaluation, and performance monitoring to ensure sustainable, high-performing partnerships.
• Develop strategic relationships with key vendors and identify new suppliers, prioritizing local sourcing and diversification to reduce risk and dependency.
• Strategize with Engineering to find alternative suppliers beyond traditional OEMs, searching for new potential partners in Egypt to support local production.
• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to achieve optimal value, mitigate risks, and ensure fairness, while tracking and resolving delivery issues.

Planning, Financial Oversight & Market Intelligence

• Execute and develop annual and project-specific procurement plans that align with company priorities and budget constraints.
• Oversee cost analysis, price benchmarking, and market assessments to support strategic decision-making and cost-saving initiatives.
• Strategize the delivery of accurate reports, insights, and recommendations to senior management to enhance transparency and accountability.

Governance, Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and coach the procurement team to strengthen technical capabilities, accountability, and performance excellence while ensuring full ethical and legal compliance.
• Establish and maintain standardized procurement processes, templates, and reporting frameworks to enhance efficiency and consistency across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities while collaborating with Finance, Legal, Engineering, and Operations to align strategies.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Promote a positive safety culture within the workplace and attend any safety-related meetings or briefings as required within the job role.
• Comply with the requirements of RDMC RQHSE Policy and Safety Management System.
• Be mindful that Safety, Security, and Environmental protection are everyone’s responsibility. All staff members are accountable for reporting and intervening in any Safety, Security, or Environmental violations.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Advanced command of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and professional purchasing/ERP systems.
• Deep knowledge of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, and market trend analysis.

EXPERIENCE:

• 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing roles (inclusive of the required 3+ years in a senior or supervisory position).
• Proven expertise in negotiation, stakeholder management, and leading supplier performance evaluation frameworks.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES

• Actively guides and supports junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Anticipates procurement challenges and adapts strategies to ensure long-term value and organizational resilience.
• Builds effective cross-departmental relationships while upholding the highest ethical standards in all activities.
• Takes full ownership of procurement outcomes, ensuring cost efficiency, timely delivery, and continuous process improvement.
• Proven ability to analyze market trends, supplier performance, and cost structures to support strategic decisions.