Job Description

Hiring: Procurement Consultant | Dubai

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Consultant to provide strategic advisory support across procurement operations, policies, procedures and strategic projects.

Responsibilities

Review and enhance existing procurement policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
Develop and recommend procurement and supply-chain strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
Analyse procurement spend, market trends, supplier performance and cost-saving opportunities.
Review and support strategic projects and initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, processes and operational effectiveness.
Support the formulation and monitoring of KPIs for procurement functions.
Provide strategic insights, innovative ideas and recommendations to senior leadership.
Advise on supplier evaluation, contract management, commercial terms and negotiations.
Identify procurement and supply-chain risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
Support procurement digitalization and optimization through ERP/procurement technologies.
Work closely with senior leaders, internal teams, cross-functional divisions and external vendors as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field.

Required Skills

8+ years of relevant experience in Procurement / Strategic Procurement / Supply Chain / Procurement Consulting.
Strong experience in procurement strategy, policy & procedure development, spend analysis and supplier/contract management.
Strong understanding of commercial practices, procurement governance and relevant regulations.
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
Experience working with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle or similar platforms.
Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams in an advisory capacity.
Professional certifications such as CIPS, MCIPS, CSCP, WorldCC or equivalent will be an added advantage.

Preferred Skills

Professional certifications such as CIPS, MCIPS, CSCP, WorldCC or equivalent will be an added advantage.

If you have strong strategic procurement and consulting experience and are interested in a senior advisory opportunity in Dubai, we would be interested in hearing from you. Apply with your updated CV to [Confidential Information]