Assistant Procurement Manager
LEFTFIELD SOLUTIONS · Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
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The role requires strong supplier relationships, excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage diverse procurement requirements while maintaining high standards of quality, confidentiality and service delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesManage end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing and supplier identification through negotiation, purchasing and delivery.Source luxury goods, premium products, bespoke items and specialised services from local and international markets.Develop and maintain relationships with luxury brands, authorised distributors, specialist suppliers and service providers.Identify reliable suppliers capable of fulfilling unique, high-value and time-sensitive requirements.Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, delivery schedules and service agreements.Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements, specifications, budgets and timelines.Conduct supplier evaluations, market research and product comparisons to ensure quality, authenticity and value.Manage purchase orders, procurement documentation, shipment coordination and delivery tracking.Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, approval processes and confidentiality requirements.Resolve supplier-related issues and ensure timely fulfilment of procurement requirements.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related discipline.Approximately 4–7 years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing or sourcing, preferably within luxury retail, family offices, premium hospitality or high-end lifestyle businesses.Demonstrated experience sourcing premium products, bespoke goods or specialised services.Established network of local and international suppliers, luxury brands and specialist vendors.Strong commercial negotiation, vendor management and procurement coordination skills.Familiarity with international purchasing, logistics and import/export procedures.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement or ERP systems.Key CompetenciesStrong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.Exceptional attention to detail and quality standards.Ability to manage multiple sourcing requirements and competing priorities.Professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Resourcefulness and ability to identify hard-to-source products and services.Preferred BackgroundCandidates with relevant procurement experience in family offices, private estates, luxury retail groups, five-star hospitality, premium lifestyle businesses or bespoke sourcing organisations will be preferred.