Senior Procurement Manager - Real Estate Category

Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives across the AWR Real Estate category of spend this includes managing the award of Capex projects for the below business verticals

• Property Development - Engineering Project requirements – Construction of state-of-the-art private villas / communities office + retail Mixed Used Buildings

• Major and minor renovation works for AWR owned properties via Facilities Management team

• Construction and major renovation of AWR showroom, service stations etc via the Automotive teams

• Construction and major renovation of AWR owned Retail stores

• Propoerty Development & Renovation projects for the Family office teams

• Assess the market factors and develop specific sourcing strategies to manage the construction (Capex) spend

• Analyse the opportunity for global supply chain, optimize cost and achieve competitive advantage and value add for the procurement & supply function

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and oversee complex, high-value negotiations to deliver measurable cost savings and service improvements
Ensure procurement processes comply with internal policies, governance frameworks, and external regulations
• Collaborate with business verticals to appoint suitable projects consultants and contractors through proper pre-qualification and technical scoring criteria as per the procurement policy and procedures
• Ensure a good understanding of FIDIC Book – Standard Forms of Contracts for conditions of Construction, Plant Design and Build and Turn Key contracts

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM

• Focus on improving supplier relationships while implementing total quality approach to improve cost quality while focusing on sustainable initiatives with strategic suppliers
Conduct supplier performance reviews using KPIs and scorecards, focusing on cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and compliance
Facilitate quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with strategic suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational needs
Oversee supplier onboarding, due diligence, and offboarding processes in collaboration with Legal and Risk teams

Operational Excellence

Partner with Finance to ensure accurate purchase order creation, timely invoice approval, and budget tracking
Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions, compliance concerns, and sustainability issues
Support ERP rollouts and drive adoption of procurement technology solutions, such as e-sourcing platforms

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a trusted advisor to business units, finance, legal, and operations teams on procurement-related matters
Present procurement insights, cost-optimization strategies, and risk management plans to senior leadership and executive committees

Educational Qualification

• Masters / Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

• Master’s degree or professional certification (CIPS, CPSM, PMP) is preferred

• Strong knowledge of procurement governance frameworks, contract law, and supplier risk management

Work Experience

• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and procurement transformation

• Experience managing procurement across multiple categories (direct, indirect, services, CAPEX/OPEX)

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen – Ability to align procurement strategy with overall business goals

• Supplier & Stakeholder Relationship Management – Skilled in building long-term partnerships and managing cross-functional relationships

• Negotiation & Contract Management – Strong ability to secure favourable terms and mitigate risks

• Data-Driven Decision Making – Leverages analytics and market insights for informed procurement strategies

• Risk & Compliance Management – Ensures adherence to governance, ethical sourcing, and sustainability practices

• Leadership & Team Development – Inspires, coaches, and develops team members to perform at their best

• Change Agility – Adaptable to evolving business needs, market trends, and emerging procurement technologies