Lead Procurement (UAE National )

Manage and lead the vertical of non-technology in CPD globally and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for non tech categories HR services, FM ,Marketing, professional services. Lead with responsibility and accountability for:

• Lead, Mentor and Develop a team of professionals on strategic sourcing
• Assign the new projects / RFPs within the nontechnology procurement team for HR services, Facilities management marketing, professional services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, cost effectiveness, and reliable service delivery.
• Understand business requirements; ensure CPD function performs to its expected outcome in terms of quality, quantity, vendor / supplier satisfaction, end user satisfaction and bottom-line contribution.
• Resolve stakeholder queries and concern.
• Explore new and innovative ideas for automation, modernizing and simplifying the process along with cost effective and value-added approach.
• Manage the procurement workflow and ensuring the team is issuing purchase orders accordingly
• Optimize the procure to pay process to enhance efficiency
• Business Graduate with preferably Procurement Certifications like CIPS, SPSM etc.;
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience leading procurement function with last 4 years managing a similar position in a service / banking industry.
• Familiar with local market dynamics in particular and regional / international in general.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity;
• Strong contract development and negotiations skills including exposure to ERP, B2B Systems, eTenders, eAuctions etc.;
• Relationship management, people management and networking skills
• Communication, negotiation & management skills.