Job Description

Job Title:

Head of Procurement

Location:

Dubai Academic City, UAE

Reports to:

CEO

About the Company:

is a renowned group providing diverse educational programs across various fields, fostering academic excellence with a global presence.

Job Summary:

The Head of Procurement will lead and manage all procurement activities, focusing on cost-effectiveness, vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely and quality delivery of goods and services. This senior role involves overseeing a team of 4-5 members and managing procurement across various functions, including vendors/infrastructure, logistics, transport vendors, university buses, student coordination, transport, PR, facilities, and events logistics. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of relevant experience, preferably within a similar industry (education, logistics, retail) and experience outside of UAE. The role is being revamped to increase scope and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Vendor Management:

Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order management. Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, including those for infrastructure, logistics, transport, and facilities. Manage transport vendors, university buses, and student transportation coordination. Source and manage vendors for PR, events, and logistics. Ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

Contract Management:

Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions. Manage the AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) side of procurement. Ensure all contracts comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including those from relevant authorities and Dubai Municipality/TCOM (if applicable to freezone operations).

Projects & Quality:

Oversee procurement related to projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Ensure quality of procured projects. Manage the NEPC (if applicable)

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

Lead and manage a team of 4-5 procurement professionals. Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, including education, finance, IT, HR, and facilities departments. Act as a functional head for the business enabling team, supporting business operations. Provide regular reports to the CEO on procurement activities, performance, and cost savings.

Strategic Sourcing & Process Improvement:

Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs, improve efficiency, and mitigate risks. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the procurement process. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in [Relevant Field, e.g., Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement]; Postgraduate degree or Master's is preferred. 8-10 years of relevant experience in procurement, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role. Experience in a similar industry (education, logistics, retail) is highly preferred. Experience working outside of the UAE is preferred. Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and regulations. Excellent negotiation, contract management, and vendor management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to lead and manage a team. Proficiency in relevant procurement software and systems.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience in procurement within the education or university sector? Have you got experience in revamping a procurement project? What was your role, and what were the key outcomes? * How many years of experience in procurement?