Head of Procurement Section

A leading government entity is seeking to hire a Procurement Section to lead and oversee procurement activities, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and alignment with organizational strategic objectives.

Role Purpose

To lead and manage procurement operations, ensuring that all organizational needs for goods and services are met in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, while maintaining transparency, efficiency, and strong supplier relationships, and contributing to overall organizational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Management

• Develop and implement the annual procurement plan in alignment with organizational needs
• Oversee procurement activities including tenders, direct purchasing, and RFQs
• Ensure full compliance with government procurement laws and regulations
• Review bids, manage tender awarding processes, and ensure adherence to procedures

Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage and maintain supplier relationships and database
• Participate in supplier evaluation and improve contract performance
• Support negotiation processes to secure best commercial terms

Strategy & Governance

• Develop and update procurement policies and procedures
• Monitor procurement performance and provide reports and improvement plans
• Conduct price benchmarking and spending analysis
• Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation plans

Operational Excellence

• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of procurement activities
• Support internal departments with procurement needs
• Participate in committees and provide technical and administrative support
• Contribute to innovation, excellence initiatives, and future-readiness projects

Financial & Reporting

• Provide input for budget preparation in coordination with Finance
• Monitor procurement budget utilization and report variances
• Prepare periodic performance reports and recommendations

People Management

• Lead and manage the procurement team
• Set objectives and monitor team performance
• Identify training needs and support employee development

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's degree in

Business Administration

Procurement / Supply Chain

• Contract Management or related field
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of government procurement regulations (Dubai Law)
• Proven experience in procurement planning, tendering, and supplier management

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Leadership and team management
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Stakeholder management
• Negotiation skills

Preferred Profile

• Experience in government or semi-government entities
• Strong exposure to procurement governance and compliance