Procurement Operations Specialist
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About EDGE We are EDGE, enabling a secure future. Launched in November 2019, EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, created to accelerate sovereign capability development and drive innovation across defence and beyond.
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About Edge
We are EDGE, enabling a secure future.
Launched in November 2019, EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, created to accelerate sovereign capability development and drive innovation across defence and beyond.
Under EDGE 3.0, we are entering the next era of our evolution, sharpening our strategic direction, strengthening our operating model, and expanding into new domains including autonomous systems, electronic warfare, smart weapons, advanced manufacturing, and space.
Together, we operate as One EDGE, delivering advanced capabilities with greater speed, agility, and impact.
About The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Operations Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
The ideal candidate will ensure all contracts comply with legal standards and company policies while minimizing risk.
This role involves close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to support business operations, maintain accurate records, and oversee contract renewals and amendments.
Responsibilities
- Assist in purchase procedures for sourced orders
- Support the maintenance of system integrity and management of suppliers’ info in the ERP system e.g. suppliers connect, purchasing agreements and supplier basic data
- Support the development of tenders and assist in their management from submission to contract signature and follow up with suppliers
- Assist with establishing beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization including partner programs, regional/country offices, legal, finance, and others
- Support in developing global sourcing strategies to deliver against business objectives for internal clients
- Assist in managing the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities.
- Assist with the creation of category taxonomy
Qualifications
- 4-6 years of experience in procurement, contract management, or supply chain operations, within the UAE or GCC region.
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting procurement contracts in a government, semi-government, or large corporate environment in Abu Dhabi or the UAE.
- Strong understanding of procurement policies, compliance requirements, and best practices.
- Experience in maintaining and enhancing contract templates and standard terms and conditions.
- Experience working with ERP and contract management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
- Experience handling high-value or complex contracts is preferred.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications are highly desirable, such as:
- CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)
• WorldCC (Contract & Commercial Management)
- CPSM, CPP, or equivalent
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