Sourcing Expert for Supply Chain Optimization

Procurement Manager for Supply Chain Services Our organization focuses on aircraft services as well as general services. The procurement team negotiates and manages contracts with third-party suppliers to mitigate costs.This role involves sourcing and managing contracts related to IT software, hardware, system integration, managed services, and digital transformation initiatives.The Procurement Specialist will oversee and support a team of procurement professionals to ensure optimal Customer Relationship Management and Supplier Relationship Management practices are implemented during the procurement process. Additionally, responsibility exists for the sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation of multiple groups of complex and high-value commodities and services to achieve value for money at the lowest total cost of ownership and best competitive position for the company in accordance with best practice procurement techniques.In this role, you will: PSS (Procurement Support System)Monitor Suppliers' compliance with contract terms and conditions, deliver routine attestations and reports. You are also required to monitor our compliance with contract terms and conditions with various commitments.Manage contract library and control document access. Ensure consistent record retention with a view to establishing a shared repository with suppliers.Facilitate timely problem resolution of contractual issues to minimize impact of service disruptions on our operations, Coordinate appropriate reviews (including legal, finance etc.)Provide support to the Manager Procurement or Procurement Manager in the implementation of agreed strategies to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership and/or acquisition for multiple groups of commodities and services.Supervise the function of sourcing, pre-qualifying and evaluating suppliers by Procurement team to assess what services and products suppliers are qualified to provide and advise senior Procurement Managers of the most appropriate commodities and services to meet specifications.Independently decide on and authorize supply orders and contracts for values up to AED 10,000. Where contract values exceed this financial limit, analyze and prepare reports and recommendations for review and approval at P&L Manager/Manager P&L as necessary.Supervise the development of tender documents from the Procurement team and facilitate cross-functional teams to produce detailed specifications (where appropriate, in conjunction with Legal, Insurance and User departments) and subsequently issue for tender to obtain equal and competitive quotations. Advise senior stakeholders on commercial conditions and risk considerations.Lead cross-functional teams in complex negotiations on full range of commercial considerations and operational needs as required for multiple groups of complex and/or high-risk commodities to ensure that our best contractual and commercial position is attained. Finalize and agree documentation of commercial terms and operational requirements (contracts) with suppliers and provide final draft Contract for Procurement management review.Identify and take action to mitigate any unnecessary commercial risk for our procurement activity and supply base in any of the multiple groups of commodities or services under the Procurement team's activity.Carry out basic feasibility studies to ensure optimal utilization of resources both internally and externally from suppliers.Implement CRM/SRM programs across multiple commodity/service groups to ensure customer satisfaction and encourage supplier development and partnership.Generate/review with buyers, activity and performance reports to ensure that the section is functioning efficiently and identify to P&L Manager/Manager P&L areas where their intervention may be required.Requirements To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements: Procurement Requirement: Recommended International Qualifications: MCIPS, CIPS, CPP, CSMP, CPSM, IPSCMI qualifications (CIPP, CPPP, CISCP, CICCM, CIPN, CITLP, CISM, CMPO).Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferably in Procurement, Finance, Engineering, or MBA), with 3+ years of procurement experience (non-aircraft); equivalent qualifications such as CIPS or MCIPS may be required depending on grade.Supplier sourcing, evaluation, and excellent influencing and negotiation skills.Exposure to supervising major capital acquisitions and service contract tenders and leading negotiations.Benefits A competitive salary, paid tax-free and reviewed annually39 calendar days annual leave, plus public holidays Full relocation package, including flights, shipping and optional hotel accommodation on arrival Annual leave travel – return tickets home each year Private medical insurance Discounts on airline tickets for EK and partner networks Travel benefits and discounts for friends & family Education Support Allowance for children's education in Dubai or abroad A Product community committed to you, with mentor programmes, growth & development support along with regular social gatherings.