Vice President - Corporate Procurement

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:?Manage the development and implementation of all procurement related activities for Corporate related products / services.?Manage end-to-end procurement process, from RFP development/ review till the appointment of consultant or contractor for Corporate functions.Please note, this role is for a UAE national onlyROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:?Review, manage / approve all non-project procurement transactions according to DOA.?Review the development of all tender-related scope templates (consultants and contractors) and associated documentation to ensure their compliance with Laws, regulations, Policy & Procedures, prevailing market requirements and lesson learnt.?Apply corrective actions on procurement process when required to enhance the its performance (reduction of time / cost).?Manage the selling of corporate depreciated items (e.g. cars, furniture, etc..).?Manage the delivery of commercially favorable contracts and cost savings opportunities associated with vendor agreements.?Ensure all vendors are providing cost-effective value-added services; periodically reviewing and evaluating all contracts.?Ensure implementation of procurement strategies, objectives, KPIs and plans on a yearly basis.?Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to get the best techno-commercial values.?Supervise and support (when necessary) the technical evaluation done by users.?Supervise and control the commercial review of proposals to ensure obtaining best deals.?Review, validate and approve the final award recommendation process.?Ensure all products and services are delivered on time and within RFP specifications.?Supervise the procurement process and liaise between external vendors and internal Departments?Support with cross functional responsibilities with finance payment process, ERP system enhancement, legal review and audit recommendations.?Support the vendors management process and performance review through periodic assessment to ensure quality suppliers.?Apply e-procurement tools and techniques internally.?Provide input for setting up cross-functions SLAs, ensure compliance of the function with SLAsRELATED YEAR OF EXPERIENCEMin of 10+ years of experienceYOE IN MANAGERIAL POSITIONMin of 2+ years of managerial procurement position heading a team of specialists.SECTOR EXPERIENCEReal estate / Retail / Construction procurement (preferably vendors pre-qualification) / Construction company - procurementTECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS?Experience in Project MGT, Contract Management and Supply MGT.?Extensive theoretical and practical knowledge and direct experience of the development & implementation of strategic procurement, to fulfil customer requirements and to retain and increase profitability, contributing significantly to the goals and continued success of the business.?Extensive experience and proven technical proficiency with appropriate procurement systems and analytic tools (Excel, Access, MS Project, ERP).?Strong analytical, business process analysis and problem solving & financial acumen capabilities.QUALIFICATION:Bachelors degree in engineering, PMP certification preferredProfessional Procurement Certification (e.g. CIPs) is preferred.You will be redirected to the company website to apply for this position

Keyskills :
Procurement Purchasing