Corporate Procurement Specialist (Base in Beijing) | Dubai, UAE
Full time
at Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
in
UAE
Posted on February 8, 2025
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Corporate Procurement Specialist (Base in Beijing)
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posted: 14 minutes ago | Type: Permanent | Salary: Competitive The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond - infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The Corporate Procurement Specialist is responsible for optimizing procurement processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and cultivating robust supplier relationships. This position involves strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management, emphasizing Lean, Clean, and Green practices. Responsibilities:- Contribute to shaping and defining procurement processes individually, ensuring alignment with organizational guidelines and objectives.
- Assist in the management of key supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and performance assessments to enhance collaboration and supplier quality.
- Support the optimization of procurement processes, ensuring compliance with policies and contributing to the organization's core values.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and enhanced supplier relationships.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, providing procurement expertise and aligning strategies with overall business objectives.
- Communicate effectively with external suppliers, fostering positive relationships and staying informed about market trends.
- Execute procurement processes, especially recruitment of consulting firms and individual consultants, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and company standards.
- Participate in the negotiation and management of contracts, focusing on achieving favourable terms and conditions.
- Support the implementation of e-procurement systems, contributing to daily operations, and recommending areas for enhancements.
- Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a large financial institution or a similar organization.
- University degree or equivalent in business administration, finance, law, procurement, engineering, or other relevant areas.
- Good knowledge of best international procurement practices and policies.
- Experience working in international organizations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
- CIPS or other professional procurement certification is an advantage.
- Familiarity with e-procurement and sourcing systems such as SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass is an advantage.
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