Procurement Manager – Indirect

Join a team shaping the future of procurement at ALEC Holdings. As Procurement Manager – Indirect Procurement, you’ll lead strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships that drive value, compliance, and sustainability across the Group. This role is central to strengthening governance, optimising spend and supporting ALEC’s long-term strategic goals.

Who We are?

ALEC Holdings PJSC, part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a leading GCC construction group with over two decades of success delivering some of the region’s most complex and high-profile projects. As a proudly publicly listed company, ALEC continues to raise the bar for quality, innovation, and excellence in construction, driving iconic developments that shape skylines across the Middle East.

Across the ALEC Group, our businesses operate collaboratively across the GCC, combining specialist expertise, innovation, and technical excellence to deliver complex, high-profile projects that shape the region’s built environment.

ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.

Why Join Us?

As the Procurement Manager – Indirect, based at ALEC, you’ll play a vital role in enabling our diverse businesses to succeed. From strategy and governance to enabling services and shared expertise, you’ll help shape the operational backbone that empowers our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients across the region.

At ALEC, we’re about more than just building iconic structures - we’re about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region’s most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. Join us to deliver strategic procurement initiatives that directly shape our business success, from sourcing candidates to enhancing candidate experiences.

About Your Team

This role sits within the Strategic Procurement Department at ALEC Holdings, a small but high-impact team operating at group level and reporting to the Group Director – Strategic Procurement. Working closely with the CFO/COO, the team drives excellence in sourcing, governance, and sustainability across all business units. Dynamic and solutions-driven, the team is trusted to deliver independently while contributing to major transformation initiatives, including group-level indirect procurement integration, enhanced reporting systems, ESG frameworks, etc

Your Role

As the Procurement Manager – Indirect, you will:

• Define and implement strategies for key indirect categories to deliver value, efficiency, and alignment with group objectives.
• Lead supplier engagement through negotiations, framework agreements, and performance management to ensure compliance and long-term value.
• Drive governance, risk, and compliance in line with procurement policies, Delegation of Authority (DoA), IPO requirements, and ESG standards.
• Collaborate with business units to consolidate demand, identify savings opportunities, and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Support transformation initiatives by enhancing reporting, systems, and procurement processes across the Group.
• Act as a trusted advisor to divisional procurement teams, promoting collaboration and consistency in procurement practices.
• Champion sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement in supplier and category management.
• Your hours will be 8.00am to 5.30pm
• Your working days are Monday to Friday
• Your work location is Marina Plaza, Dubai

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Extensive procurement experience with strong exposure to indirect categories, including strategic sourcing or managerial role.
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of procurement governance, risk and compliance frameworks, sustainability (ESG), and supplier performance management.
• Expertise: killed in high-value negotiations, contract management, and driving transformation initiatives such as supplier rationalisation, ERP integration, and process improvement.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Hands-on experience with modern procurement platforms and spend analytics.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• The chance to contribute to some of the GCC’s most iconic projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Ready to influence strategy, champion sustainability, and deliver measurable impact? Bring your expertise to ALEC Holdings and help set new standards in indirect procurement.

If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Join ALEC Holdings and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.

Apply today and be part of something excellent!