Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage procurement of raw materials, spare parts, consumables, and services for cement plant operations
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and contractors to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliability
• Ensure timely procurement aligned with production schedules and maintenance requirements
• Develop and implement procurement policies, procedures, and cost-saving initiatives
• Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, delivery timelines, and contractual compliance
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, finance, and stores teams to align procurement activities with operational needs
• Prepare procurement reports, budgets, cost analyses, and performance reviews for management
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, automation, and process improvements
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned suppliers and third-party vendors

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 7–10 years of procurement experience in the cement industry (mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of cement plant materials, spare parts, consumables, and sourcing practices
• Proven experience in procuring raw materials such as steel, rubber, chemicals, or similar manufacturing inputs
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP (Procurement / MM module)
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills
• Experience with UAE / GCC procurement practices is a strong advantage
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a manufacturing environment

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Procurement Manager in Cement: 7 years (Required)