Procurement Director

Job Description : PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR UAE Job Purpose Plan and direct the activities of the Procurement Department including the Development and implementation of short and long-term procurement strategies including provision of adequate services for the company. Strategic Contribution • Ensure effective cascading of the departmental strategy into sectional business plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departmental strategies. • Responsible for defining the department’s performance metrics that meets the organization goals and ensure achieve key performance indicator targets set in agreement with management. People Management • Manage the effective achievement of assigned objectives through the leadership of the Supply chain section by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance. • Lead the talent development initiatives for the assigned section, collaborating with functional experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements. Bidding Process Management • Supervise and control the bidding process in order to ensure it is in line with the the company's procurement policies and procedures. • Embed adequate controls to ensure that the bidding process is effective, transparent and properly governed Purchasing & Procurement Operations Management • Manage and direct Materials Procurement activities for the company through managing the Procure to Pay Process (P2P). • Review and transform existing practices and procedures to focus on strategic material transactions and to improve supplier relationships. PO’s & Contracts Management • Oversee the preparation and administration of the company service, construction and consultancy contracts. • Facilitate joint operating committee and joint operations tender committee meetings. • Ensure that the process and award of Tenders & Contracts comply with the company's policies, procedures and legal & contractual requirements. Contractor & Vendor Selection Management • Oversee the development of criteria for the selection of prequalified Contractors & Vendors and the subsequent monitoring of their commercial performance & ability. Budgeting and Financial Planning • Manage the preparation and recommend the sectional budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines. Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures • Manage and ensure effective implementation of departmental policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of assigned sectional activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements, fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service. • Leverage existing/new technologies to optimize departmental processes. Education, Experience, and Skills Education: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or any related field with emphasis on Procurement. Experience and Skills: • 18+ years’ experience in Procurement and Contracts Management. • Operational experience in Facilities Management is highly preferred

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