Head of Procurement

Job Title: Head Procurement

Location: Dubai UAE

Experience: 15 Years

Budget:AED

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategiesboth centralized

and decentralizedaligned with the companys overall objectives as well as projectspecific goals and timelines.

Supply Chain Management: Manage endtoend supply chain process and activities including tendering bid

evaluations contract negotiations logistics and administration.

Strategic Sourcing Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for raw materials consumables construction materials

mining and processing equipment and services across projects.

Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with EPC/EPCM contractors OEMs

suppliers vendors and service providers. Secure competitive pricing favourable terms & conditions and delivery

schedules and reliability.

Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and manage highvalue contracts across projects and jurisdictions ensuring

compliance with the companys policies and legal requirements.

Contract Performance: Monitor and manage contractor performance. Manage contract variations claims

liquidated damages and contractor performance to protect the companys operational and commercial interests.

Budgeting and Cost Optimization: Develop and manage the procurement budget across projects ensuring cost

efficiencies across the supply chain.

Governance: Implement robust procurement governance structures including SOPs policies and industry best

practices across the supply chain.

Risk & Compliance: Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement and supply chain activities.

Technology: Implement digital procurement and supply chain tools to drive transparency and efficiency.

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a highperforming procurement team across various projects.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field is

required. A Masters degree and relevant professional certifications are preferred.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management with at least 5 years in a

leadership role in the mining and metals industry.

Strong understanding of the value chain for various minerals and metals including exploration development

construction production processing and closure.

Understanding of African markets with operational knowledge of import/export laws taxation customs and

vendor ecosystems.

Proven experience in negotiating highvalue contracts and managing supplier relationships in a complex and

dynamic environment.

Proficiency in supply chain software and tools as well as ERP systems.

Willingness to travel across project sites in Africa as needed.

Proficiency in French will be an added advantage.