AVP, Procurement & Contracts - UAE National (Emiratisation)
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General Overview: We are hiring for our client, a leading organization within the UAE insurance sector, seeking an experienced AVP, Procurement & Contracts to join their growing team in Abu Dhabi.
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General Overview
We are hiring for our client, a leading organization within the UAE insurance sector, seeking an experienced
& Contracts
to join their growing team in Abu Dhabi.
This is a strategic leadership opportunity for a procurement professional with strong expertise in sourcing, contract management, vendor governance, and commercial negotiations within a regulated corporate environment.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving procurement strategy, strengthening supplier partnerships, enhancing operational efficiencies, and ensuring procurement governance aligns with business objectives and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee end-to-end procurement and contracting activities across multiple business functions
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives and cost optimization initiatives
- Manage vendor sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and onboarding processes
- Review, draft, negotiate, and administer commercial contracts, SLAs, and supplier agreements
- Ensure procurement activities comply with internal governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and key internal stakeholders
- Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, and service delivery standards
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings, and operational efficiencies
- Support budgeting, procurement planning, and management reporting activities
- Collaborate closely with legal, finance, compliance, and operational teams on procurement-related matters
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior procurement team members where applicable
Key Requirements
- Emirati with Family Book (Emiratisation role) – mandatory
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Law, or a related field
- Minimum 8–12 years of experience in procurement, contracts management, or strategic sourcing
- Prior experience within insurance, healthcare, financial services, or other regulated industries is highly preferred
- Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, vendor management, and contract lifecycle management
- Proven experience handling high-value commercial contracts and negotiations
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in ERP/procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Professional certifications such as CIPS or equivalent are advantageous
- Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced and strategic corporate environment
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