Job Location: Dubai
Employment Type: Full Time
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end supply chain logistics, optimizing procurement processes for cost efficiency and operational excellence
- Lead vendor negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and improved delivery timelines
- Perform full-cycle procurement activities, including supplier pre-qualification, contract negotiation, and supplier agreement management
- Monitor, expedite, and track inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
- Verify shipments for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with purchase orders and specifications
- Maintain a comprehensive shipment database, including tracking and delivery status
- Implement and oversee inventory management strategies to reduce discrepancies and improve accuracy
- Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, delivery notes, and supplier invoices in coordination with Finance
- Liaise with Sales and internal stakeholders to align procurement with business requirements
- Analyze market trends and supplier performance to support strategic purchasing decisions
- Lead supply chain optimization initiatives using data-driven insights to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Coordinate with warehouse teams to obtain daily Work Order status reports and relay updates to customers
- Ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and services through effective vendor coordination
- Identify process gaps and improvement opportunities to enhance supply chain performance
- Delegate tasks and supervise Purchasing & Procurement Agents across departments
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Purchasing Agents, ensuring performance standards are met
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve productivity
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 45 years of hands-on experience in logistics, procurement, or supply chain coordination
- Strong vendor negotiation and contract management skills
- Proven experience in inventory management and shipment tracking
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities
- Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
