Procurement Project Manager

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Key figures of Veolia Near and Middle East

• Over 3,400 employees in the Middle East (in addition to the 4,900 employees for Enova, which reports directly to Veolia Africa Middle-East for Facility Management and Energy Efficiency contracts in the region)
• A robust local network across the region, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia
• 40 years of sustainable partnerships

In the Middle East, Veolia collaborates with industries, governments, communities, and commercial businesses to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions needed today, while maintaining a vision for tomorrow. Through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes, Veolia is dedicated to achieving measurable results with pragmatic, sustainable environmental solutions.

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Context

Veolia Near & Middle East HQ provides business support and expertise to its various local entities and ensures that the Veolia Group strategy, policies, processes and tools are implemented appropriately and in a timely manner as well as customized to our local needs.
The procurement department plays a pivotal role in acquiring the necessary goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively. Responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing inventory, this department ensures that the organization obtains high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining strong supplier relationships. By optimizing procurement processes and controlling costs, the procurement department contributes directly to the company's operational success and financial stability.

Main Accountabilities

Working within the framework of the Middle East Business Area's policies, processes and commercial strategy, the Procurement Project Manager Near & Middle East manages the procurement and supply chain activities throughout the full lifecycle of projects assigned to them. The Procurement Project Manager (PPM) is accountable to the Procurement Deputy Director, and works in close coordination with the Projects, Proposals, Engineering and Contracts Management teams. The role will be based in Dubai, UAE, with frequent travel to project sites in the ME.

The Procurement Project Manager defines and executes the procurement and supply chain strategy in accordance with the project requirements and is accountable for the project's procurement performance/KPIs. S/he manages subcontracts, suppliers as well as the project procurement team (including project procurement officers, expeditors and logistics teams). Besides their responsibilities on assigned projects, the Procurement Project Manager also contributes at bid stage to the development of competitive proposals, and to the ongoing development and implementation of improvements in overall procurement processes.

Detailed Job Description

• Defines and executes the project's procurement and supply chain strategy, along with the Deputy Procurement Director and other internal project stakeholders.
• Responsible for the project's procurement performance and KPIs. Applies all standard levers available through Veolia while satisfying project quality and schedule targets.
• Identifies and evaluates supply chain-related Risks & Opportunities as well as risk mitigation options/possibilities. Contributes to project R&O matrix, responsible for actions, progress & updates.
• Defines the staff/resource needs on the project and recruits the team with the Deputy Procurement Director.
• Sets the procurement, expediting and logistics budget for his/her project.
• Develops compliant Regional and Framework Agreements under a Regional Category management approach.
• Drafts and finalizes the subcontracts in accordance with Veolia corporate templates and policies.
• Responsible for end-to-end subcontract management and effective supplier relationship management (SRM).
• Manages on-site procurement team including buyers, procurement officers, expeditors.
• Negotiates and finalizes purchases of critical & strategic goods and services. Supports buyers' negotiations.
• Reports on project activity and KPIs on a monthly basis; contributes to the Deputy Procurement Director's Project Report.
• Collaborates and cooperates with key internal stakeholders such as Project Management, Proposal Management, Engineering Management & Category Management and Contract Management teams.
• Responsible for enforcing the law, behaving with ethics, ensures that procedures and local standards are applied. Adheres to all Veolia corporate policies and reporting rules.

• 10 years overall procurement experience; with at least 3 years managing procurement on complex EPC projects on the contractor-side.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant discipline; procurement qualifications.
• Fluent written & spoken English. French Language Knowledge is an advantage.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, and expertise in procurement software.

Personal Attributes:

• Proven technical, commercial, and operational knowledge in engineering procurement for large projects.
• Subcontracts and construction management experience essential.
• Detail-oriented with strong contract management abilities.
• Proficient in supply chain management and logistics.
• Autonomous, highly organized, strong planner with excellent time management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills and attitude.
• Able to think strategically.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Leadership and curiosity.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Strong negotiator and influencer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good relationship builder with all internal & project stakeholders.
• Skilled at stakeholder management.
• Collaborative teamplayer, fosters teamwork and builds highly-engaged teams.

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