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Experience
3 - 12 Years
Job Location
Education
Bachelor of Technology/Engineering, Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement Operations
- Manage day-to-day procurement activities, including requisition processing, purchase order issuance, and supplier communications.
- Ensure on-time delivery of critical materials and components to support engineering, manufacturing, and customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
- Supplier Management
- Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure alignment with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions when required.
- Support the Head of Supply Chain in establishing long-term strategic supply agreements.
- Contracting & Negotiation
- Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, achieving best value in terms of cost, quality, and risk mitigation.
- Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts and purchase agreements in collaboration with Legal and Compliance teams.
- Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and regulatory requirements, including ITAR, export controls, and industry standards.
- Cost & Risk Management
- Drive procurement cost savings through value engineering, competitive sourcing, and supplier consolidation.
- Monitor market trends, lead times, and raw material availability to mitigate risks and maintain supply continuity.
- Contribute to make-or-buy analyses and support business case development for sourcing decisions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, and Quality to ensure procurement activities align with program milestones.
- Support design-to-cost initiatives and provide supply chain input to product development projects.
- Report regularly to the Head of Supply Chain on procurement performance, risks, and improvement initiatives.
Desired Candidate Profile
Education
- Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline (Master s degree desirable).
- Professional certifications (CIPS, ISM CPSM, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience
- 7 10 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
- Experience within propulsion systems, aerospace, defence, or advanced manufacturing industries preferred.
- Proven track record of supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost optimization.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and digital procurement tools.
Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Company Industry
- IT - Software Services
Department / Functional Area
- Buying
- Purchase
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
Keywords
- Procurement Manager
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EDGE Group PJSC
POWERTECH is a center of excellence for propulsion technologies, specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of combustion engines, expendable turbojet engines, and turbofan engines for a wide range of aerospace, defence, and autonomous applications, including fixed- and rotary-wing UAVs and other advanced platforms.
https://careers.edgegroup.ae/job/Abu-Dhabi-Procurement-Manager/732560822/