Job Description

Job Title:

Procurement Manager - Railway / Metro Infrastructure

Purpose of the Role

To lead and manage all procurement activities for railway and metro projects, ensuring

timely sourcing, cost efficiency, compliance with regulations, and alignment with project schedules

.
The Procurement Manager is responsible for

strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and coordination with project teams

to meet the material, equipment, and service requirements of large-scale railway infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

Develop and implement the

procurement strategy

in line with project requirements and UAE regulations. Conduct

market analysis

and identify suppliers, contractors, and vendors for civil works, track systems, signaling, E&M, rolling stock, and IT/telecom equipment. Evaluate supplier proposals and quotations to ensure

cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery

. Lead tendering processes, RFQs, RFPs, and bid evaluations.

2. Contract Management & Negotiation

Prepare, review, and negotiate

contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements

with suppliers and subcontractors. Ensure contracts comply with

FIDIC, UAE commercial law, and project requirements

. Monitor

supplier performance

, compliance with contractual obligations, and adherence to project schedules. Coordinate with legal and finance teams on contract risk and mitigation.

3. Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key

suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors

. Monitor supplier KPIs, delivery performance, and quality of goods/services. Implement supplier development and corrective action plans where necessary.

4. Procurement Planning & Coordination

Work closely with

Project Managers, Engineering, and Project Controls

to align procurement with project timelines. Maintain a

procurement schedule

that supports project milestones and commissioning requirements. Ensure accurate tracking of

material orders, deliveries, inventory, and commissioning readiness

.

5. Compliance & Reporting

Ensure procurement activities comply with

UAE laws, RTA/Etihad Rail regulations, and corporate procurement policies

. Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions, approvals, and contracts. Prepare

weekly/monthly procurement reports

for project management and client review. Support audits, vendor evaluations, and reporting requirements.

6. Team Leadership

Lead and mentor

procurement officers, buyers, and support staff

. Promote continuous improvement in procurement processes, systems, and tools. Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with

finance, commercial, logistics, and project teams

.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. MBA preferred.

Experience

10-15 years of procurement experience in

railway, metro, or large infrastructure projects

, with at least 5 years in

UAE/GCC region

.

Certifications

CIPS, PMP, or equivalent procurement/supply chain certifications preferred.

Software

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), MS Office, procurement management tools.

Language

Excellent English (verbal & written); Arabic an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time