Procurement Manager (Maternity Cover)

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 70 million customers, and built a platform for the region’s best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

Location: Dubai, UAE

Contract Type: Fixed-term (4 months)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team on a 4-month maternity cover contract. Based in Dubai, the Procurement Manager will oversee procurement operations across multiple business units, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies. The role requires a strong background in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration.

What you'll do

1. Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Manage procurement activities across different business units, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Drive sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and supplier selection.

2. Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and enforce compliance with contractual obligations.
• Partner with business units to understand requirements and deliver effective procurement solutions.

3. Operational Excellence

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contracts.
• Oversee compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, and audit requirements.
• Implement procurement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

4. Risk & Financial Management

• Mitigate supply chain and contractual risks through proactive management.
• Track procurement spend, monitor budgets, and provide reporting to senior leadership.
• Support financial planning with procurement data and insights.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (CIPS certification is an advantage).
• 5+ years of procurement experience, including in multinational, tech, FMCG or telco industry.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost optimization.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.