Procurement Lead

Overview

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a prominent manufacturing company in Abu Dhabi, UAE, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and quality in specialized products. Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Procurement Lead to oversee the end-to-end procurement activities for their production operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive annual procurement plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with production forecasts and organizational financial targets.
• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve significant annual cost savings; identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms.
• Lead end-to-end supplier management, including identification, qualification, onboarding, performance reviews, and contract management for key categories (e.g., wood, resin, laminates, adhesives).
• Collaborate with Production, Inventory Control, and Planning departments to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure an uninterrupted flow of materials.
• Conduct ongoing market analysis of trends, commodity price fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform strategic purchasing decisions and mitigate disruptions.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal SOPs and external ISO, EHS, and sustainability standards.
• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to manage procurement data, streamline workflows, digitize processes, and contribute to system enhancement projects.
• Partner with Research & Development (R&D) and other cross-functional teams to source new materials for product development initiatives.

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