Head of Procurement
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About the Role
A confidential company seeks a Head of Procurement to manage end-to-end procurement operations for construction projects in Dubai. The role focuses on operational execution, cost control, supplier coordination, and driving digital transformation.
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Responsibilities
- Manage day to day procurement activities for construction projects (civil, MEP, finishing, infrastructure)
- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and subcontract services in line with project schedules
- Review and process material requisitions (MRs) and purchase orders (POs) from project and site teams
- Coordinate closely with project managers, site engineers, planning, and QS teams to avoid delays or shortages
- Lead the digitalization of procurement operations, including implementation of e procurement platforms, contract management systems, and supplier portals
- Drive automation of routine procurement processes (RFQs, purchase orders, invoice matching) to improve efficiency
- Champion data driven decision making by establishing procurement analytics and dashboards
- Redesign category management strategy across key construction spend areas
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to consolidate supplier base and improve terms
- Source, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard suppliers and subcontractors based on project requirements
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and service levels to achieve cost savings
- Ensure procurement aligns with approved budgets and BOQs
Requirements
- 12–18 years of procurement experience in the construction industry
- Strong exposure to project based procurement
- Prior experience as Procurement Head / Senior Procurement Manager handling multiple construction projects
- Strong hands on experience with materials, subcontracting, MEP, Civil, Facilities Management
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, or a related field
- Highly operational and execution focused mindset
- Strong negotiation, vendor handling, and problem solving skills
- Good understanding of construction BOQs, drawings, material specifications, and project timelines
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Job Overview
- The Head of Procurement will be responsible for end to end procurement operations for construction projects, ensuring timely availability of materials, subcontract services, and equipment at competitive costs.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day to day procurement activities for construction projects (civil, MEP, finishing, infrastructure).
- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and subcontract services in line with project schedules.
- Review and process material requisitions (MRs) and purchase orders (POs) from project and site teams.
- Coordinate closely with project managers, site engineers, planning, and QS teams to avoid delays or shortages.
- Lead the digitalization of procurement operations, including implementation of e procurement platforms, contract management systems, and supplier portals.
- Drive automation of routine procurement processes (RFQs, purchase orders, invoice matching) to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
- Champion data driven decision making by establishing procurement analytics and dashboards for spend visibility, supplier performance, and cost tracking.
- Redesign category management strategy across key construction spend areas (materials, subcontractors, plant & equipment, logistics).
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to consolidate supplier base, improve terms, and build resilient supply chains for critical materials.
- Introduce should cost modeling and value engineering practices to optimize project cost structures.
- Source, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard suppliers and subcontractors based on project requirements.
- Maintain a strong approved vendor and subcontractor database.
Experience & Education
- 12–18 years of procurement experience in the construction industry, with strong exposure to project based procurement.
- Prior experience as Procurement Head / Senior Procurement Manager handling multiple construction projects.
- Strong hands on experience with materials, subcontracting, MEP, Civil, Facilities Management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain are an advantage but not mandatory.
Skills & Competencies
- Highly operational and execution focused mindset.
- Strong negotiation, vendor handling, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple site requirements simultaneously.
- Good understanding of construction BOQs, drawings, material specifications, and project timelines.
- Practical, site oriented approach rather than policy heavy or strategic sourcing focus.
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