Job Requisition ID: 167820
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
We are currently seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join our Group Procurement in the capacity of Procurement Executive.
Overview of the role
Sourcing Procurement Specialist will be responsible of the coordination of category plans, process efficiency, sourcing initiatives and tactics for the shared services across Al Futtaim Group Business Unites.
What you will do
Executes category sourcing strategies including development and execution of RFI’s, RFP’s and RFQs, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers; develops selection criteria and drives the selection and approval process of suppliers in collaboration with cross-functional teams; conducts supplier negotiations and ongoing supplier management. Develops negotiation strategies, gains alignment from stakeholders, leads cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams, while implementing appropriate supplier risk analysis. Collaborate with different business units, and teams handling marketing and facility management procurement to align procurement activities with business needs. Manages contracts, contract negotiation, pre-negotiate and incorporate terms, conditions, key performance indicators, and service level metrics into vendor contracts. Ensures business process efficiency, and process improvement in line with Procurement strategy to empower the business as strategic partners. Creates and maintains good relationships with the vendors. Maintains and updates a list of Vendors and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development Establishes effective internal customer relationship management by maintaining timely & professional communication with the team & business peer. Works with team members and procurement ass. manager to complete duties as needed. Timely generation/ updating of management report(s)
Required skills to be successful
Full time Engineering Bachelor’s Degree or supply chain management Any Procurement or Finance Certification is an added value Demonstrated knowledge and experience in procurement processes Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies Negotiations skills Stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills Strong Supplier Relationship Management skills Strong communication and presentation skills Strong quantitative, cost modeling, data analysis and reporting skills Strong project management and process improvement skills
Behavioural Competencies:
Teamwork Attention to Details Flexibility towards work demand and meeting deadlines Multi-tasking & Ability to work under pressure Enthusiastic and aggressive attitude with a positive mindset, willing to accept challenges Strong verbal and written English communication
What equips you for the role
Previous hands-on experience in dealing with vendors (quotations, payments, reconciliations) Proficiency in procurement software’s and e-auction 1-3 Years of experience Commercial awareness beyond Procurement Experience with complex contract negotiations and subcontracting labor work Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (especially Excel), P2P systems.
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