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Aldar Education is currently seeking a Procurement Manager- Charter Schools to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. Due to planned current and future expansion we are looking to add to our current HQ Operations team supporting our British, US and IB curricula network of schools.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES To lead the procurement team in delivering organizational requirements in line with the departmental SLAs and KPIs. Manage the procure to pay cycle with continuous monitoring of performance, as well as identifying opportunities for developing the process to deliver outstanding procurement services. You should be dynamic and able to resolve problems, while maintaining complete compliance to corporate governance. Proper planning, stakeholder management, excellent communication skills, excellent time management, and knowledge of the education supplier base are essential qualities we look for in our team members. You will be responsible for: Managing specific categories within the business Developing strategies for each category and ensure proper implementation of the strategy while aligning with the annual Procurement Plan Managing the team of procurement specialists Managing the day-to-day activities of the procurement function Running and managing RFQs/RFPs to ensure fulfilment of the Procurement Plan and the category strategy Act as a procurement lead on assigned strategic project which could include Technology projects, Merger Projects, special assignments. Planning the procurement of school requirements to ensure timely delivery Negotiate with suppliers to obtain best price, quality, and service. Identify synergies to enhance the commercial advantage of the organization by utilizing the economy of scale Review the award recommendations and provide sound feedback Maintaining relations with preferred suppliers to ensure procurement of high-quality goods/services, expedient delivery, and dependable service at optimum price. Analyzing markets to determine supplier's sources and product availability. Compilation and preparation of reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Ability to develop dashboards would be an added asset. Ensure compliance of purchasing activities with corporate governance. Solving problems related to procurement processes, logistics and tenders. COMMUNICATION Excellent communication skills are essential for this role, which allows the candidate to efficiently interact with internal departments (Operations, Finance, HR, IT, Schools) as well as suppliers. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum graduate level degree or related Procurement specific qualification. CIPS Certified would be an added value. Minimum Experience: A minimum of 10 years' experience in procurement within the region. Having education procurement experience is preferable. Job Specific Knowledge & Skills: Proven track record of developing advanced procurement processes and methods Fluent English communication skills, written and oral, Arabic is an added value. Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner. Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent knowledge of ERP systems is a must

WHAT WE OFFER

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

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