Job Description

Ref. JB1080289

Procurement Manager - UAE National - Government
Bayt.com Executive Search Division

Company Profile
Based in Abu Dhabi and for a highly reputable and leading public services entity a highly efficient, experienced and knowledgeable procurement manager is required.
Job Profile
This individual is responsible for planning, directing and managing the procurement/purchasing activities of the entity under the direction of the support services Director. The position in general will be to develop, review and approve new or improved purchasing/procurement procedures and strategies. Ensure that the quality, cost and timeliness of products to be purchased are met according to set timescales and contractual terms. The individual must also demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless service.

Procurement/purchasing methods and procedures including buying, quality assurance, contract administration and contract law
Ensure the development of Purchasing/Procurement policies and procedures
Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the most favorable terms of business for the organization
Assist with sourcing of goods, products and suppliers globally
Awareness of laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and other requirements governing the purchase of goods and services
Safeguard all contracts for the supply of goods and services, ensure that those contracts are being carried-out effectively and renegotiate when necessary
Manage the relationship with suppliers and ensure timely payment of invoices
Keep informed on industry technology and purchasing practices
Office Management principles, practices and procedures

The position will report directly to the Support Services Director and will manage a team of dedicated and committed procurement professionals.

Skills

Skills
Graduate of Business Administration, Management or Marketing
Minimum of 5 years experience in purchasing and procurement
Arabic mother tongue and fluent in English
Has a very strong personality and leadership skills
Proficient in the use of: MS-Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Outlook Express.
Strong organizational & interpersonal skills
Strong communication & analytical skills
Good time management

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and committed organization with personal and professional development potential. An Attractive salary will be commensurate with age and experience.

Education

DEGREE ESSENTIAL

Company Profile

Bayt's Executive Search Division was created to complete the recruitment service offering provided by Bayt. The Division offers a comprehensive platinum executive search service catering to the mid to senior executive end of the recruitment marketplace. We promise our clients an unbeatable value proposition - Speed, Service, Savings, Strict code of ethics and professionalism and Superior Placement. Bayt.com Executive Search leverages the state-of-the-art proprietary technologies, leading databases and pan-regional networks and affiliations of Bayt.com.
Bayt.com is the leading recruitment company in the Middle East region serving over 10, 000 companies with a database of over 850, 000 top calibre professionals from all over the world.
Bayt.com is by far the fastest, easiest, most cost-effective way to successfully recruit in the Middle East.