Procurement Manager

AYAT Development is looking for a motivated and focused Procurement Engineer to join our dynamic team, where the focus is on sourcing materials, subcontractors, and services necessary for construction projects with a developer background, and ensuring their timely and cost-effective delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives, project timelines, and budget requirements.
• Lead and manage the procurement department, ensuring efficient coordination of procurement activities across all projects.
• Oversee sourcing, prequalification, and evaluation of suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers based on quality, pricing, technical capability, and delivery performance.
• Review project specifications, BOQs, drawings, and technical requirements to determine procurement needs and purchasing priorities.
• Manage the preparation, issuance, and evaluation of RFQs, tenders, and supplier quotations.
• Conduct technical and commercial analysis of vendor proposals and provide recommendations to management.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and framework agreements to achieve the best commercial value.
• Approve and monitor Purchase Orders (POs), subcontract agreements, and procurement documentation.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project schedules.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, planning, finance, estimation, warehouse, and construction teams to ensure procurement activities support operational requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and material consumption to avoid shortages, delays, and excess stock.
• Manage logistics, customs clearance, transportation, and supplier coordination to ensure smooth material flow to project sites.
•  Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to secure long-term strategic partnerships.
• Evaluate supplier performance regularly and implement vendor performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, contractual obligations, ethical procurement standards, and applicable regulations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, and process optimization without compromising quality or project timelines.
• Support tendering and preconstruction teams by providing procurement budgets, market pricing, lead times, and supplier recommendations during bid stages.
• Analyze market trends, material pricing fluctuations, and industry developments to support informed procurement decisions.
• Prepare procurement reports, cost analyses, procurement schedules, and KPI reports for senior management review.
• Lead risk management initiatives related to procurement, supplier dependency, material shortages, and supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure all procurement records, contracts, vendor databases, submittals, and documentation are accurately maintained and updated.
• Mentor and develop procurement staff to enhance team performance and professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, PMP, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of procurement management, supply chain operations, contract administration, and construction materials.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound understanding of legal, ethical, and contractual procurement practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and procurement packages simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 10 years of procurement experience in the construction industry, including at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• UAE/GCC construction market experience is preferred.
• Strong network of suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors within the UAE market is an advantage.

What We Offer:

• Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
• A professional and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile construction and development projects.