About the Company
We are a leading UAE-based real estate developer and construction organization, delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the region. As part of our operational excellence and digital transformation initiatives, we invest in robust procurement processes, vendor management systems, and enterprise solutions to ensure seamless project execution and cost-effective sourcing.
About the Role Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
The Deputy Chief Procurement Officer (DCPO) is responsible for supporting the Chief Procurement Officer in overseeing the end-to-end procurement function across the organization. This role combines strategic oversight with operational management to ensure procurement processes are efficient, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. The DCPO will lead procurement teams, manage key vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in defining and implementing the overall procurement strategy aligned with business goals
- Oversee end-to-end procurement operations for corporate and project requirements
- Manage procurement teams, set performance objectives, and ensure adherence to processes
- Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships, including negotiation of key contracts and service-level agreements
- Ensure timely sourcing of materials, services, and office/corporate needs with a focus on cost optimization
- Monitor procurement budgets and drive initiatives for cost savings and efficiency improvements
- Implement and enforce procurement policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
- Maintain robust documentation and audit trails for all procurement activities
- Track market trends, supplier performance, and emerging sourcing opportunities
- Support digital transformation initiatives in procurement, including ERP systems and process automation
- Collaborate with project, finance, and operations teams to forecast needs and optimize procurement plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 1015 years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Experience in real estate, construction, or large-scale project procurement preferred
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation
- Hands-on experience with ERP procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
- UAE / GCC experience highly preferred
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong leadership and team management abilities
- Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract management expertise
- Excellent analytical skills with focus on cost control, budgeting, and procurement optimization
- High attention to detail, compliance orientation, and process discipline
- Effective stakeholder communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, multi-project environments and manage competing priorities
- Change management and digital procurement transformation experience
