Job Description
Our Client: Our client is a prominent player in the commodity sector, playing a key role in the production and distribution of essential commodities within the Middle East.
Role Overview: As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the procurement processes. Your expertise will ensure the efficient management of purchasing, warehousing, logistics, and transportation operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective purchasing of goods and services.
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms.
- Oversee warehousing, logistics, and transportation operations to ensure timely delivery and storage of commodities.
- Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals to achieve departmental goals.
- Collaborate with other departments to align procurement activities with overall business objectives.
Your Profile:
- Minimum 13+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 4+ years at a managerial level.
- Strong experience at a senior managerial level in the B2B procurement in commodities industry.
- Expertise in purchasing, warehousing, logistics, and transportation.
- Proven track record of managing procurement operations.
- GCC exposure is required.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Ability to adapt procurement strategies to market changes and business needs.
Next Steps: Upload your resume via our ATS platform and ensure all form details are complete. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5-7 working days for a more detailed discussion about the role. Please note, due to high application volumes, we will only respond to shortlisted profiles.