Procurement Manager

Organizational ContextA multinational turnkey delivery and specialist technology provider managing multidisciplinary infrastructure, high-spec installations, and experiential technical projects across global markets and the Middle East.Core MandateThe Procurement Manager directs regional commercial buying, logistics strategy, and supply chain governance across fast-paced project delivery lifecycles. This individual functions as the primary authority for tier-1 supplier relations, commercial terms negotiation, working capital structuring, and end-to-end purchasing governance.Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial Dealmaking & Frameworks: Structure, negotiate, and formalize trade contracts, rate agreements, and commercial agreements with international and regional vendors to capture maximum value and cash advantages.Capital & Project Buying: Lead purchasing activities across Systems Integration (SI) programs and major site installations. Map project cash requirements, schedule phased supplier disbursements, and synchronize vendor obligations directly with client milestone billings.Bid & Pre-Contract Advisory: Advise business development and proposal teams on RFP cost models, providing intelligence on market lead times, technical procurement pricing, and commercial exposures.Distribution, Clearance & Site Inflow: Oversee port handling, cross-border customs processes, municipal compliance approvals, and logistics transfers to ensure materials arrive strictly aligned with on-site deployment schedules.Vendor Ecosystem Oversight: Establish performance benchmarks, manage vendor onboarding due diligence, steer operational reviews, and resolve high-stakes vendor disputes.Standards & Process Integrity: Ensure strict adherence to ISO guidelines and internal compliance rules, support audit exercises, and deliver regular performance tracking reports to executive management.GCC Sourcing: Coordinate procurement execution and trade partner networks across key regional locations, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar.Target Background & AttributesSector Exposure: Substantial background operating within Contracting, Systems Integration (SI), Extra-Low Voltage (ELV), Construction, or similar bid-and-deliver engineering environments. Background touches in experiential technology, media systems, or technical production serve as a valuable bonus.Track Record: 5+ years driving procurement operations in a comparable senior capacity, with proven experience supervising teams and leading significant vendor portfolios.Regional Market Insight: Direct experience managing regional supply routes, trade mechanics, and commercial practices across the UAE and the broader GCC.Accreditation: CIPS certification is strongly preferred.Systems Fluency: Deep familiarity with modern ERP environments, high-level Excel capability, and reporting analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI).Core Competencies: Advanced commercial deal structuring, rigorous negotiation capabilities, and sharp contractual control.