Indirect Procurement Head

Job Description : INDIRECT PROCUREMENT HEAD UAE Large diversified consumer focused Group in the UAE, currently undergoing an exciting transformation, is seeking a Head of Procurement (Indirect) for their Headquarters in Dubai. The position will see you managing the team, leading and developing their careers. You will also be challenged with the overhaul of the Procurement department, bringing in new updated techniques learned from your previous MNC employers. Responsibilities Develop strategic procurement plan, driving change across the department Be the supply management partner for the Business Units (BUs) Development of the Department’s policies, standards, rules and procedures , ensuring procedures and key controls remain fit for purpose, reflect legislative and regulatory requirements Supervise the procurement & contract management teams Lead the reconciliation of stock on monthly basis Manage all activities related to the tendering process including development of the documentation Manage competitive bidding process Manage the archiving of all tender documentation Management of business and financial risk, deriving maximum value from our spend through appropriate procurement strategies and supplier selection criteria, whilst mitigating risks to business and customer objectives and meeting our customer service requirements Develop all supplier sourcing strategies in consultation with the relevant stakeholders Negotiation with vendors/suppliers of major services and critical contracts prices Develop the vendor management system Deliver annual savings targets Continue the company’s evolution in best practice procurement capabilities and organisational development, transforming the organisation from one that is locally-driven to one supported by an industry leading centralised function. Requirements At least 15 years experience of leading a centralized corporate procurement department, in a large group or multinational company, including at least 2 years in the UAE CIPS qualification is preferred Driven by delivering financial results through effective procurement process and approach Ability to thrive in a fast-paced complex environment Willing to drive change and deal with resistance Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills Strong Business Acumen: has a pulse on the industry and identifies competitive opportunities; acts quickly to seize opportunities with the ability to identify and capitalise on both trends and innovative thinking

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