Import Procurement Manager
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About the Role
S.K. Minerals & Additives Pvt Ltd is hiring an Import Procurement Manager to manage the full sourcing cycle for chemicals and raw materials from international suppliers.
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Responsibilities
- Manage the full sourcing cycle, including strategy development, supplier pre qualification and evaluation, tender preparation, evaluation of responses, negotiation of terms and conditions, and contract finalisation
- Source chemicals and raw materials from international suppliers based on business and customer requirements
- Develop and maintain relationships with overseas manufacturers, traders, and distributors
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost effective procurement
- Manage procurement ERP data (SAP MM or Oracle Procurement) and purchase order processing
- Ensure compliance with UAE customs regulations and Federal Procurement Law
Requirements
- Graduate in Chemistry, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field
- MBA in Supply Chain, International Business, or Marketing preferred
- 10 15 years of experience in chemical procurement, import operations, or international trading at least 7 yrs in Dubai
- Candidate should know the local language Arabic
- Experience with UAE customs duty optimization and FTA preferential tariff utilization
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Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full sourcing cycle, including strategy development, supplier pre qualification and evaluation, tender preparation, evaluation of responses, negotiation of terms and conditions, and contract finalisation to meet business requirements and as per company standards/policies.
- Source chemicals and raw materials from international suppliers based on business and customer requirements.
- Develop and maintain relationships with overseas manufacturers, traders, and distributors.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost effective procurement.
- Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with UAE and international suppliers.
- Ensure UAE customs duty optimisation and FTA preferential tariff utilisation where applicable
- Manage procurement ERP data (SAP MM or Oracle Procurement) and purchase order processing.
- Manage supplier risk including financial assessment, geographic concentration, and compliance.
- Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Procurement Law for government entities, Federal Law.
- Report monthly procurement savings, spend analysis, and supplier KPIs to the Supply Chain Director.
- Monitor global chemical market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks.
- Coordinate with the Sales team to ensure product availability and timely order fulfilment.
Qualification & Experience
- Graduate in Chemistry, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
- MBA in Supply Chain, International Business, or Marketing preferred.
- 10 15 years of experience in chemical procurement, import operations, or international trading at least 7 yrs in Dubai.
- Candidate should know the local language Arabic.
Pay
- AED10,000.00 AED12,000.00 per hour
Application Questions
- What is your current salary and notice period ?
Additional Information
- Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)
- Work Location: In person
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