Senior Manager Procurement

Talentmate

Job Title:

Sr. Manager / AGM
Procurement Retail Pharma & E-commerce

Location: Dubai

About the Company:

Life Pharmacy is the
UAE's largest and fastest-growing pharmacy and healthcare retailer, with over
500 outlets across the country. Established in 1996, the company began with a
single store and has since expanded to include pharmacies, healthcare hypermarkets,
and wellness centers, serving more than 20 million customers annually.

Position Summary:

The Senior Procurement
Manager / GM Procurement will lead and oversee the end-to-end procurement
strategy and operations for our retail pharmaceutical business, with a strong
emphasis on partnerships and supply chain operations involving e-commerce
platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in vendor
negotiations, supplier management, cost optimization, and category management,
specifically in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Strategic
Procurement & Vendor Management

* Develop and implement
procurement strategies aligned with the company s growth plans in retail pharma
and e-commerce channels.

* Manage procurement
activities for pharmaceutical products, healthcare supplies, and related
categories ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

* Establish and maintain
strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders, including
e-commerce platforms (Noon, Amazon, Watsons).

* Lead vendor
selection, qualification, and onboarding processes tailored for retail and
e-commerce requirements.

B. Category
& Spend Management

* Manage procurement
spend across multiple categories, focusing on cost efficiency and value
creation.

* Conduct market
analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify new sourcing opportunities and
mitigate risks.

* Collaborate with
category managers, marketing, and supply chain teams to forecast demand and
optimize inventory.

C. E-commerce
& Retail Operations Interface

* Work closely with
e-commerce teams to understand platform-specific procurement needs and customer
expectations.

* Coordinate product
listings, inventory availability, pricing updates, and promotional procurement
activities aligned with platform strategies.

D. Team
Leadership & Process Optimization

* Lead and mentor the
procurement team to enhance their skills in negotiation, vendor management, and
category strategy.

* Implement procurement
best practices, digital tools, and automated systems to streamline operations
and improve efficiency.

Qualifications &
Experience:

* Bachelor s degree in
Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, or related field.
MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.

* Minimum 8-12 years of
progressive experience in procurement, preferably within retail pharmaceutical
and/or healthcare sectors.

* Proven experience working with e-commerce platforms such
as Noon, Amazon, Watsons, or similar, specifically in procurement, vendor
negotiations, and supplier management.

* Experience in handling
product ranges in Beauty, Skin care, Personal care, Nutrition and wellness etc
most preferred.

* Strong understanding
of retail procurement dynamics, pharma regulatory compliance, and e-commerce
business models.

* Demonstrated success
in contract negotiation, vendor management, and procurement strategy
formulation.

* Proficient in
procurement software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools.