Purchasing Manager

Job Summary

Working as part of a leading multi-faceted group based in Dubai but with regional GCC responsibility you will be tasked with setting up a centralised procurement department on a group level through a major growth phase for the company. This organisation is well established with an excellent multicultural work environment and strong employee relations making it a truly rewarding workplace.

• Be instrumental in setting up new procurement & purchasing agreements with suppliers both regionally and internationally.
• Day to day management of a team of Procurement / Administration staff – Setting and manging their growth and potential.
• Evaluating supplier’s products within the region and Asia typically.
• Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreement.
• Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
• Analyse and review company supplier agreements including terms, payment, delivery & logistics to ensure efficiencies / cost reduction.

Requirements

• 10 years commercial experience in Procurement & Purchasing at a corporate level across a wide range of products.
• Degree Qualified or MBA.
• Minimum of 3 years Procurement Management experience. Must have strong people management, ability to motivate a team.
• Strong understanding of Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing.
• Excellent presentation skills with a keen ability to negotiate with suppliers long term relationships and an ethical approach to business is essential.
• Good computer skills in particular MS Office suite, Excel must be of a high standard .
• Strong communication skills in English are essential.
• Ability to travel regionally & internationally as required.