Procurement Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Procurement Lead to manage procurement and logistics activities, develop strong supplier relationships, negotiate competitive pricing and favorable credit and payment terms, and ensure cost-effective and timely procurement of materials, equipment and services.

The role involves managing key supplier and logistics accounts, identifying new vendors and freight forwarders, controlling procurement and transportation costs, and coordinating with internal departments to meet project and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and practical experience in procurement, logistics and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Lead and manage procurement activities, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, quotation analysis, negotiations and purchasing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate competitive pricing, discounts, credit facilities, payment terms and other favorable commercial arrangements.
• Identify and develop new suppliers and alternative sourcing options to improve pricing, availability and delivery timelines.
• Manage key supplier accounts, including credit limits, payment terms, pricing agreements and supplier performance.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of specifications, quantities, pricing, delivery schedules and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with Projects, Technical and Operations teams to ensure procurement aligns with approved budgets, specifications and project schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, order progress and delivery commitments, resolving procurement-related issues when required.

Logistics & Freight Management

• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, shipping companies, transport providers and customs-clearance agents.
• Identify and establish relationships with new freight forwarders and logistics service providers to improve service and competitiveness.
• Negotiate freight rates, credit facilities, payment terms and commercial agreements with logistics providers.
• Manage and coordinate local and international shipments, transportation arrangements, customs clearance and delivery schedules.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documents, delivery records and other logistics-related documentation.
• Monitor shipment progress, freight expenses and potential delays, taking necessary action to ensure timely deliveries.
• Identify opportunities to reduce logistics costs through competitive freight rates, shipment consolidation and alternative transportation arrangements.

Cost Control, Coordination & Reporting

• Monitor procurement and logistics costs against approved budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Coordinate with Finance regarding supplier payments, outstanding balances, credit accounts and freight invoices.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, quotation comparisons, purchase orders and shipment documentation.
• Prepare regular procurement and logistics reports covering costs, savings, supplier performance, outstanding orders and delivery status.
• Coordinate and support procurement and logistics team members in day-to-day activities, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, approval requirements and applicable shipping and customs regulations.
• Identify and implement improvements in procurement processes, supplier management, logistics efficiency and cost control.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience in procurement and logistics, preferably in the AV, electronics, construction, MEP or technical-services industry.
• Proven experience negotiating supplier pricing, credit facilities, payment terms and commercial agreements.
• Strong experience in supplier account management, sourcing and vendor development.
• Practical experience negotiating with freight forwarders and managing local and international logistics.
• Good knowledge of purchase orders, shipping documentation, import procedures and customs clearance.
• Strong commercial awareness, cost-control skills and ability to identify procurement and logistics savings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement, inventory or ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and support operational activities when required.
• UAE/GCC procurement and logistics experience will be an advantage.

Pay: From AED6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person