Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager – Facilities Management

Location: UAE0 Abudhabi

Industry: Facilities Management (FM)

Experience Required: 10–15 years in procurement (preferably UAE-based), with mandatory experience in FM operations

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Management
• CIPS Certification (Mandatory); PMP and ISO training (Preferred)

Core Competencies

• Procurement Strategy Development (Short- & Long-Term)
• Cost Optimization, Value Engineering & Commercial Benchmarking
• Strategic Sourcing, Tendering & Contract Management
• Vendor Performance Evaluation & Lifecycle Management
• Team Leadership, Coaching & Capability Building
• Stakeholder Collaboration (Engineering, Projects, Finance, Legal, Ops)

Technical Skills

• ERP Systems: Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards
• e-Procurement Platforms & UAE Government Tender Portals
• Advanced Excel & Data Analysis Tools
• Strong knowledge of UAE procurement law, HSE, sustainability, and local FM compliance standards

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for complex FM categories: MEP, HVAC, elevators, cleaning, landscaping, waste management, pest control, consumables, and subcontracted services
• Build and manage vendor framework agreements with performance-based renewals
• Develop and enforce procurement SOPs, vendor KPIs, and contract SLAs
• Manage the entire tendering lifecycle (RFQ, RFP, bid evaluation, negotiation, contract finalization)
• Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality or compliance
• Mentor junior buyers; contribute to onboarding and training documentation
• Align procurement with FM asset strategy, budget cycles, and stakeholder expectations
• Ensure compliance with UAE procurement regulations and Modon internal policies
• Support audits, budgeting, and procurement performance reporting

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and ethical sourcing mindset
• Bilingual capabilities (English mandatory; Arabic an advantage)