Materials and Procurement Manager
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About the Role
Nova International General Contracting seeks a senior Materials and Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement and materials management for civil, infrastructure, and luxury branded residential developments in Abu Dhabi.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the end to end procurement cycle for construction projects, from planning through to close out
- Develop procurement strategies and project specific procurement plans aligned with project schedules and organizational objectives
- Identify high value and long lead items early and put tracking mechanisms in place to protect project timelines
- Prepare procurement packages and lead vendor selection, technical and commercial evaluation, and comparison sheets
- Lead vendor development and ongoing supplier performance evaluation
- Negotiate contracts, payment terms, and long term agreements with suppliers and subcontractors
- Oversee material submittals and resolve technical comments in coordination with design and engineering teams
- Ensure procurement and material specifications comply with project specs, drawings, BOQs, and authority requirements
- Monitor inventory levels and material usage across sites to reduce waste and control costs
- Manage procurement budgets with financial discipline and accountability
Requirements
- 18+ years of experience in senior procurement and materials management roles within contracting or construction organizations
- Proven expertise in sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations for large scale construction projects
- Strong technical understanding of construction materials and ability to evaluate submittals and technical/commercial quotations
- Solid grasp of UAE market dynamics and international procurement practices
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Civil Engineering degree preferred; Master's degree or CIPS certification is an advantage
- Familiarity with ERP systems is mandatory; Oracle Fusion is advantageous
- Experience in branded residences, luxury developments, and villa compounds is highly valued
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Job Description
- Lead end to end procurement and materials management for Nova’s portfolio of civil, infrastructure, and luxury branded residential developments.
- This is a senior, commercially driven role for a procurement leader who combines deep technical fluency in construction materials with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Procurement Strategy & Execution
- Lead the end to end procurement cycle for construction projects, from planning through to close out.
- Develop procurement strategies and project specific procurement plans aligned with project schedules.
- Identify high value and long lead items early and put tracking mechanisms in place.
- Prepare procurement packages and lead vendor selection, technical and commercial evaluation.
Vendor & Contract Management
- Lead vendor development and ongoing supplier performance evaluation.
- Negotiate contracts, payment terms, and long term agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Apply strong commercial and contractual awareness across LOI, LOA, LPO, and subcontract agreements.
- Establish long term supplier relationships that support large scale contracting operations.
Materials & Technical Coordination
- Oversee material submittals and resolve technical comments in coordination with design and engineering teams.
- Ensure procurement and material specifications comply with project specs, drawings, BOQs, and authority requirements.
- Coordinate closely with design, engineering, and site teams to align procurement with project schedules.
- Monitor inventory levels and material usage across sites to reduce waste and control costs.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure all procurement activity complies with UAE regulations, company policy, and ethical standards.
- Implement transparent reporting and documentation in line with project governance frameworks.
- Manage procurement budgets with financial discipline and accountability.
- Monitor lead times, manage disputes, and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruption, vendor performance, and material quality.
- Resolve procurement and logistics issues promptly to avoid project delays and contribute to value engineering initiatives.
Qualifications
- 18+ years’ experience in senior procurement and materials management roles within contracting or construction organizations.
- Proven expertise in sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations for large scale construction projects.
- Strong technical understanding of construction materials, and ability to evaluate submittals and technical/commercial quotations.
- Solid grasp of UAE market dynamics and international procurement practices.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Civil Engineering degree preferred; Master’s degree or CIPS certification is an advantage.
- Familiarity with ERP systems is mandatory; Oracle Fusion is advantageous.
- Experience in branded residences, luxury developments, and villa compounds is highly valued.
Additional Information
- Nova International General Contracting is an equal opportunity employer.
- Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, and business requirements, without unlawful discrimination.
- All hiring and employment is subject to compliance with UAE regulatory requirements, including work permits and residency visas.
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