Senior IT Procurement Officer

Description Role: Senior IT Procurement Officer Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEJob Description: Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle related to the Information Technology Department.Role Purpose: Act as Senior Buyer for the IT category.Key Accountabilities of the Role: IT Procurement & Vendor Management: Receive RFQs/RFPs from IT requesters, solicit proposals from vendors, communicate with vendors, and negotiate terms.Attend meetings with senior stakeholders and vendors.Prepare procurement plans with end users.Create contracts for all engagements and negotiate terms and conditions with vendors.Create Purchase Orders (POs) and issue them to vendors for execution and delivery.Coordinate between IT and VMCP for vendor registration, vendor account updates, etc.Initiate SPM for all engagements.Ensure closure of all open POs.Support vendors for pending payments by coordinating with requesters and FCD.Utilize SAP Ariba effectively for RFPs, contracts, and reverse auctions.Maintain proper and consistent communication with vendors.Adhere to VMCP policies and procedures, and support line managers in closing audit points.Act as SME to suggest process improvements and cost savings.Ensure timely accommodation of all IT-related procurement requests to prevent delays.Represent as SME in meetings/deals with internal and external stakeholders.Financial & Contract Approval Management: Lead contract drafting, review, and execution with stakeholders.Maintain and monitor the Contract Database.Ensure proper archiving of procurement files.Special Tasks: Assist internal customers (other categories managed by VMCP) and perform additional tasks as required (meetings, calls, reports).Maintain good controls within all departmental functions and keep the Department Head informed of issues.Skills / Technical Knowledge Required: Experience in IT procurement or a background in IT profession.Previous Experience: Preferred CIPS qualification or active membership.Banking experience is preferred.Required Experience: Senior IC #J-18808-Ljbffr