Job offer: Sourcing Manager

Our client is a large organisation with a global presence, specialising in the different industries. With a network of operations that spans various countries, they pride themselves on their commitment to quality and innovation. Their robust procurement and supply chain department plays a crucial role in supporting their growth and success.

• Strategic Sourcing: Coordinate and manage all sourcing activities within the assigned category to achieve cost optimization while meeting quality and timeline expectations, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to proactively plan and clarify requirements, translating them into RFIs/RFPs and negotiating scopes of work.
• Vendor Management: Conduct vendor selection, negotiate terms and conditions, perform quarterly performance reviews, and ensure adherence to organizational standards.
• Process Oversight: Supervise the end-to-end sourcing process with a focus on transparency, integrity, and confidentiality, leveraging e-sourcing platforms where required.
• Team Leadership: Manage and coach a team of sourcing specialists and procurement executives, allocate tasks, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and support team development through technical knowledge sharing and best practices.

• Educational Background and Experience:
  • Graduate in any discipline with 5-7 years of proven experience in a procurement function, preferably within the UAE in a centralized procurement model.
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing assigned commodities or categories with a strong focus on cost optimization and quality assurance.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • In-depth understanding of assigned categories, including vendor capabilities, cost structures, and supply chain dynamics.
  • Proficient in using ERPs (preferably Oracle or JD Edwards); experience with SAP Ariba sourcing is an advantage.
• Skills and Market Understanding:
  • Exceptional relationship management skills to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
  • Strong analytical abilities and negotiation skills to evaluate market trends and secure favorable terms.
• Competencies and Leadership:
  • Core competencies include integrity and trust, customer focus, collaboration, learning agility, and drive for results.
  • Managerial capabilities such as delegation, prioritization, talent identification, and team development.