Procurement Manager
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About the Role
Relaam is hiring a Procurement Manager in Abu Dhabi to develop and implement procurement strategies, manage end-to-end sourcing, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives
- Manage end to end procurement processes, including RFPs, RFQs, evaluations, and awards
- Conduct supplier market research to identify potential vendors and assess capabilities
- Support development of category strategies through spend analysis and stakeholder input
- Participate in contract negotiations to secure best value terms and pricing
- Monitor supplier performance and contribute to supplier evaluations
- Provide guidance to Procurement Team as needed
- Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and legal requirements
- Oversee contract preparation, execution, renewals, and performance monitoring
- Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost saving opportunities
- Prepare management reports, dashboards, and recommendations for senior leadership
- Manage escalations to mitigate delays in procurement of goods/services
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
- 4 6 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within real estate, construction, or related industries
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, tendering, and contract management
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret pricing, data, and market trends
- Proficiency in ERP procurement modules and MS Office tools
- Preferred: CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent procurement certification
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Main Tasks & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Manage end to end procurement processes, including RFPs, RFQs, evaluations, and awards.
- Conduct supplier market research to identify potential vendors, assess capabilities, and maintain up to date supplier information.
- Support development of category strategies through spend analysis, stakeholder input, and supply market insights.
- Participate in contract negotiations to secure best value terms, pricing structures, and service levels.
- Monitor supplier performance, address issues, and contribute to supplier performance evaluations.
- Provide guidance to Procurement Team as needed.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, cost savings, and process standardization.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, approval authorities, and legal requirements.
- Oversee contract preparation, execution, renewals, and performance monitoring.
- Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost saving and value enhancement opportunities.
Performance Metrics
- Procurement cycle time
- Cost savings and value optimization achieved against approved budgets.
- Supplier performance and compliance
- Compliance with procurement policies, governance, and approval matrices.
- Contract utilization, renewals, and risk mitigation effectiveness
- Stakeholder satisfaction and service level adherence
Key Results Areas
- Efficient execution of sourcing and tendering processes
- Market research and supplier intelligence
- Procurement process efficiency and improvement
- Contract negotiation and administration
- Risk mitigation and compliance
- Effective coordination with internal stakeholders
- Strategic sourcing and vendor management
- Budget control and cost optimization
- Governance, compliance, and risk management
- Team leadership and capability development
Background Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- Preferred: CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent procurement certification.
- Additional training in contract management or negotiation is an advantage.
- 4–6 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within real estate, construction, or related industries.
- Experience managing medium complexity sourcing events and vendor contracts.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, tendering, and contract management.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret pricing, data, and market trends.
- Proficiency in ERP procurement modules and MS Office tools.
- Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ethical, organized, and committed to continuous improvement.
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