Procurement Manager
Core
Manage and optimize procurement activities for IT products, hardware, software, licenses, cloud services, and professional services to support project requirements and commercial objectives.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager (IT & Technology)
Builds
Strategic supplier base, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of IT solutions for enterprise clients.
Domain
IT Services, Systems Integration, Technology Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, contract management, RFQ/RFP management, supplier performance monitoring, supply chain risk mitigation, inventory coordination, compliance reporting
Preferred skills
MBA or CIPS certification, 10+ years in strategic IT procurement, experience with UAE/GCC supplier markets, systems integration procurement
Technologies
ERP systems, Excel, cloud services, cybersecurity tools, networking infrastructure
Responsibilities
Develop procurement strategies, lead commercial negotiations, coordinate project-based procurement, manage supplier relationships, process purchase orders and contracts, monitor inventory and delivery timelines, prepare spend and performance reports
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight