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Orion Engineering Services Limited

Overview Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting a Supply Chain Director on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical Client based in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. This is a permanent position based onsite in the UAE. Major Accountabilities Supply Chain Strategy & Network Design <ul><li>Develop and implement global supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.</li><li>Design and optimize the supply network to ensure efficiency, agility, and resilience.</li><li>Lead supply chain digitalization initiatives and data-driven planning improvements.</li><li>Assess and implement advanced technologies for inventory, warehousing, and logistics operations.</li><li>Align supply chain operations with regulatory, environmental, and sustainability standards.</li></ul> Procurement & Supplier Management <ul><li>Oversee strategic sourcing and vendor selection across all business units.</li><li>Establish and maintain supplier performance metrics and risk assessments.</li><li>Drive cost-saving initiatives while ensuring supply quality and compliance.</li><li>Negotiate high-value contracts and long-term agreements with global suppliers.</li><li>Promote supplier innovation through strategic partnerships and joint value creation.</li></ul> Inventory & Warehouse Operations <ul><li>Set inventory policies and safety stock levels to ensure service continuity.</li><li>Optimize warehouse footprint and layout for regional distribution hubs.</li><li>Implement automated inventory control systems and real-time tracking.</li><li>Monitor stock rotation, aging, and wastage across all sites.</li></ul> Logistics & Distribution <ul><li>Develop and oversee end-to-end logistics operations and freight planning.</li><li>Establish key KPIs for delivery lead time, accuracy, and cost per shipment.</li><li>Manage 3PL partnerships and international trade compliance.</li><li>Ensure cold chain integrity and timely delivery of pharmaceutical products.</li><li>Lead crisis response plans for supply chain disruptions.</li></ul> Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration <ul><li>Lead a global team of supply chain professionals with clear KPIs and development plans.</li><li>Collaborate with sites, contract manufacturing, quality, regulatory and business teams to align priorities.</li><li>Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.</li><li>Support talent development and succession planning across supply chain functions.</li><li>Represent supply chain in executive leadership forums and strategic reviews.</li></ul> Stakeholder Engagement & Governance <ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain and internal stakeholders including manufacturing, finance, quality, and commercial teams.</li><li>Align supply chain strategies with executive leadership expectations and cross-functional objectives.</li><li>Represent supply chain interests in board-level discussions, audits, and corporate reviews.</li><li>Engage external stakeholders such as regulators, strategic suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure compliance and collaboration.</li><li>Lead governance processes, ensuring all supply chain activities adhere to internal controls, ethics, and reporting standards.</li></ul> Education <ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.</li><li>Professional certification such as CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution).</li></ul> Experience <ul><li>20 years of progressive leadership in supply chain and logistics operations, including at least 10 years in a senior or executive role in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or industrial sectors.</li><li>Proven success in managing end-to-end supply chain functions across global networks and multi-entity organizations.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in driving supply chain transformation, cost efficiency, and sustainability initiatives.</li><li>Strong expertise in procurement, inventory management, distribution, and supplier relationship management.</li><li>Experience leading strategic sourcing, global logistics, and demand planning functions.</li><li>Proven ability to work with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align supply chain strategy with corporate goals.</li></ul>Our role in supporting diversity and inclusionAs an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.

Supply Chain Director

Farah Experiences

<div>Join us at Miral Experiences!
Miral Experiences is a region&acirc;&euro;&trade;s leader in the management and operation of world-class, award-winning immersive attractions and experiences across Abu Dhabi. Our diverse portfolio includes some of the most iconic entertainment and leisure destinations, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World&acirc;&bdquo;&cent; Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, CLYMB&acirc;&bdquo;&cent; Yas Island Abu Dhabi, and TeamLab. Phenomena Abu Dhabi, and CLYMB&acirc;&bdquo;&cent; Abu Dhabi, as well as cultural treasures like Qasr Al Watan.
We specialize in crafting unique experiences that cater to all tastes and ages, delivering a seamless blend of thrills, joy, and discovery. Our attractions are designed to ignite the imagination and create unforgettable memories for visitors from around the world. Whether you're seeking excitement, relaxation, or cultural enrichment, we offer something for everyone.
About the Role:
 
Miral Experiences is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement / Category Manager to develop and deliver strategic sourcing initiatives that drive profitability, supplier performance, and operational efficiency across our supply chain. This role plays a pivotal part in transforming procurement practices within the organization, optimizing processes, and delivering long-term value.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and sole-source procurement.
</li><li>Develop and implement category and sub-category strategies, focusing on long-term strategic partnerships.
</li><li>Leverage Miral group spend to identify consolidation opportunities, value engineering, and supply chain optimization.
</li><li>Build and manage strong supplier relationships to drive performance and ensure contractual compliance.
</li><li>Support procurement-related negotiations, coaching, and mentoring across the business.
</li><li>Act as an ambassador for procurement, promoting best practices across the organization.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments and senior leadership to optimize supply chain and procurement practices.
</li><li>Contribute to internal and external training to enhance supply chain and strategic sourcing knowledge.
</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:
<ul><li>Education: Degree or Diploma in Business, Finance, or related field. Membership in the Chartered Institute of Purchasing &amp; Supply (or studying towards it) is essential.
</li><li>Experience:
<ul><li>10+ years in Procurement, with significant experience in Strategic Sourcing or Category Management.
</li><li>5+ years applying advanced category management techniques, managing complex tenders, and leading contract and supplier management initiatives.
</li><li>2+ years of procurement experience within the UAE / GCC.
</li><li>Experience in international strategic procurement is a plus.
</li></ul></li></ul>Skills:
<ul><li>Strong leadership, planning, and delivery capabilities.
</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence teams and stakeholders at all levels.
</li><li>Results-oriented with proven performance management experience.
</li><li>Expertise in sourcing strategies, supply market analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
</li><li>Strong commercial awareness, risk management, and strategic thinking.
</li><li>Fluent in English (written and verbal).
</li><li>Advanced analytical skills.
</li></ul>Shape the Future With Us
At Miral Experiences, we don&acirc;&euro;&trade;t just create world-class destinations - we create unforgettable memories for our guests and remarkable careers for our people.
From theme parks and attractions to guest services and behind-the-scenes roles, every member of our team plays a part in delivering exceptional experiences. We&acirc;&euro;&trade;re driven by passion, powered by innovation, and committed to excellence in everything we do.
We&acirc;&euro;&trade;re looking for passionate, driven, and talented individuals who are ready to grow, lead, and make a difference. No matter your background or expertise, there's a place for you at Miral Experiences.</div>

Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager

Finance House

<div>
 
 
 
 Summary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Procurement Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing the sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations across Finance House Group. The role focuses on developing and implementing strategic procurement frameworks, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring cost efficiency and compliance across all categories of spend. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical capabilities, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders to deliver sustainable value to the organization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Major Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead the end to end procurement function, including strategic sourcing, vendor selection, and contract management.
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 Develop and implement procurement policies, processes, and best practices to ensure efficiency and compliance.
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 Negotiate and finalize supplier agreements to secure optimal terms, pricing, and service levels.
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 Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, plan procurement activities, and align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
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 Evaluate cost proposals, bids, and supplier performance to ensure value for money and operational excellence.
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 Drive cost optimization initiatives and implement strategic cost-saving programs across the Group.
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 Manage supplier relationships and performance through structured evaluations and reviews.
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 Monitor market trends, inflationary factors, and supply chain risks, providing insights for informed decision-making.
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 Oversee the preparation and administration of contracts, purchase orders, and vendor records.
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 Lead vendor audits and performance improvement initiatives to ensure compliance and quality standards.
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 Mentor and guide procurement staff, promoting continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
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 Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Comprehensive understanding of procurement principles, contract law, and supplier management.
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 Strong negotiation, strategic planning, and financial analysis skills.
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 Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
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 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/procurement systems.
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 Strong analytical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
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 High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field.
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 Professional certification in procurement (CIPS or equivalent) preferred.
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 Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Minimum 7&ndash;10 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 4 years in a managerial capacity.
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 Experience within the banking or financial services industry is highly preferred.
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Procurement Manager (Emiratisation)

Smart Research System

ROLE &amp; RESPONSIBILITY:HIRING FOR NEW PROJECT:<ul><li>The role leads supply and inventory operations, ensuring optimal stock levels, cost-effective procurement, and uninterrupted material availability.</li><li>Responsibilities include developing supply and inventory strategies, overseeing supply planning, procurement, warehousing, and distribution, and ensuring accurate inventory data within ERP systems.</li><li>The position monitors inventory turnover, vendor performance, warehouse efficiency, and stock accuracy while coordinating closely with procurement, finance, logistics, and operational teams.</li><li>It manages inventory risks, ensures compliance with regulatory and quality standards, supports audits, and enforces safety protocols.</li><li>The role also trains and mentors teams, promotes continuous improvement, and reports key inventory metrics to leadership.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 10 years&rsquo; experience in supply chain or inventory management, including 5 years in leadership. Experience in healthcare, manufacturing, or regulated environments.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business; master&rsquo;s preferred.</li><li>Certifications such as CPIM or CSCP are a plus.</li><li>Strong leadership, analytical skills, ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle), inventory control expertise, and vendor negotiation skills are required.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract Contract length: 24 monthsPay: From AED25,000.00 per month

SUPPLY & INVENTORY (PHARMACY & MEDICAL INDUSTRY)

Proterial

<div>Location:
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job ID:
R0108271
Date Posted:
2025-10-16
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY L.L.C
Profession (Job Category):
Customer Service &amp; Contact Center Operations
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The Opportunity:
As a Senior Buyer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Implement and adhere to Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategies and processes, and follow-ups in factories to ensure material availability, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness. Lead the procurement process for defined material groups, achieving timely availability, cost savings, quality, and service level objectives. Support the development and implementation of regional/global sourcing strategies, and mange supplier performance to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
How you will make an impact:
<ul><li>Support implementation, maintenance, and compliance of SCM practices including Strategic Sourcing, Process Excellence, Risk Management, Supply Base Management, and Quality.
</li><li>Develop and execute local sourcing plans to meet business objectives.
</li><li>Contribute to regional and global sourcing initiatives and monitor SCM KPIs.
</li><li>Assist in developing regional/global sourcing strategies aligned with Category Managers.
</li><li>Create sourcing concepts including supplier mix, make-or-buy analysis, cost scenarios, and material innovation.
</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to finalize sourcing actions and timelines.
</li><li>Coordinate supplier selection with Category Managers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
</li><li>Identify and develop new suppliers for critical materials.
</li><li>Conduct supplier evaluation, auditing, and monitoring in line with SCM policies.
</li><li>Customize corporate contract frameworks to suit local business needs.
</li><li>Recommend and execute frame agreements upon management approval.
</li><li>Provide market intelligence to support bid and proposal teams.
</li><li>Plan and oversee strategic sourcing for projects and new product development.
</li><li>Apply CIPS methodology and drive supplier performance improvements.
</li><li>Manage Supplier Performance Evaluation (SPE) and cost targets.
</li><li>Maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery, quality, and compliance.
</li><li>Monitor supplier performance and address issues proactively.
</li><li>Work closely with engineering, planning, and fulfillment teams to ensure material availability.
</li><li>Uphold standards in health, safety, environment, and business ethics.
</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values of safety and integrity.
</li><li>Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
</li></ul>Your Background:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or above in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent work experience.
</li><li>Minimum 7 to 10 years of working experience in Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain Management.
</li><li>Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
</li><li>Results orientation with proven implementation skills.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence and persuade.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently on a daily basis.
</li><li>Compliance and ethics oriented.
</li><li>Flexibility to travel up to 15%.
</li><li>Preferred: CPSM or PMP certifications, SAP Experience, Documentation Management Systems, Power BI,
</li><li>and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2></div>

Senior Buyer

Vista Systems For Partitions

Job Summary:The Operations Manager is a key cross-functional leader responsible for end-to-end operations from procurement and production planning to delivery, logistics, and project execution. This role ensures that manufacturing output aligns with quality standards, customer demand, and strategic growth targets. The manager will lead continuous improvement efforts, drive cost efficiency, and deliver operational excellence.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Procurement &amp; Supplier Management:<ul><li>Oversee sourcing strategies and vendor relationships.</li><li>Ensure timely procurement of raw materials and assembly components to support production.</li><li>Collaborate with procurement teams to manage lead times, costs, and supplier performance.</li></ul>Production Planning &amp; Scheduling<ul><li>Develop and manage master production schedules in alignment with demand forecasts.</li><li>Balance capacity, labour, and materials to optimize throughput and minimize downtime.</li><li>Lead daily and weekly production review meetings in accordance with sales demand.</li></ul>Manufacturing Operations<ul><li>Manage daily shop floor operations, resource allocation, and team performance.</li><li>Ensure that operations meet safety, quality, and environmental standards.</li><li>Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul>Logistics &amp; Delivery<ul><li>Ensure on-time delivery of finished goods to customers or distribution hubs.</li><li>Coordinate outbound logistics and resolve delivery bottlenecks or transportation issues.</li><li>Monitor shipping KPIs, customer satisfaction metrics, and third-party logistics (3PL) performance.</li></ul>Project Management<ul><li>Lead cross-functional projects related to capacity and priorities.</li><li>Track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables using project management tools.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, quality, and commercial teams to ensure alignment.</li></ul>Performance Monitoring &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Build and monitor key operational KPIs Dictionary.</li><li>Unified dynamic dashboards for senior management with data-driven insights and action plans.</li><li>Drive accountability and continuous improvements actions through structured review processes and dashboards.</li></ul>Job Specifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.</li><li>6&ndash;10 years of experience in manufacturing operations, including procurement and delivery functions.</li><li>Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems, planning tools, and project management tools.</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.</li><li>Leadership experience in dynamic, fast-paced environments.</li></ul>Key Performance Indicators (KPI&rsquo;s):<ul><li>Production Efficiency (OEE - Overall Equipment Effectiveness)</li><li>On-Time, In-Full Delivery (OTIF)</li><li>Inventory Turnover Ratio</li><li>Procurement ROI / Cost Savings Achieved</li><li>Customer Order Cycle Time</li><li>Quality Defect Rate / Rework Percentage</li><li>Employee Engagement &amp; Turnover Rate</li><li>Compliance Audit Pass Rate</li><li>CapEx/OpEx Utilization Efficiency</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Operations Manager

Talent Pal

A procurement-focused organization is seeking a Procurement Officer in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee procurement processes, manage suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management. Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills are required. This role is full-time.

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