Supply Chain Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially driven Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize supply chain and strategic procurement operations for major infrastructure and civil construction projects in the UAE. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in ensuring procurement excellence, cost optimization, supplier performance, and timely availability of materials, equipment, and subcontracting services to support project delivery. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies aligned with project requirements and organizational objectives. • Lead strategic sourcing, tendering, commercial negotiations, and contract management for infrastructure and civil construction projects. • Oversee procurement of construction materials, plant and equipment, subcontracting packages, and specialist services. • Establish and manage strategic relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and key business partners. • Drive cost optimization, value engineering, budget control, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual obligations, quality standards, and project schedules. • Lead supplier prequalification, performance evaluation, risk management, and supply chain planning. • Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, commercial, and finance teams to ensure efficient project execution. • Lead and develop high-performing procurement and supply chain teams. Candidate Profile • Extensive senior-level experience in supply chain management and strategic procurement, preferably within infrastructure, roads, highways, utilities, and major civil construction projects. • Proven track record in managing complex procurement packages, high-value contracts, commercial negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives. • Strong leadership, strategic planning, financial analysis, and stakeholder management capabilities. • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, or a related discipline. • Professional certifications such as CIPS (Level 5/6), CPSM, or CSCP (ASCM/APICS) are highly preferred. Equivalent recognized professional qualifications will also be considered.

Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies aligned with project requirements and organizational objectives. Lead strategic sourcing, tendering, commercial negotiations, and contract management for infrastructure and civil construction projects. Oversee procurement of construction materials, plant and equipment, subcontracting packages, and specialist services. Establish and manage strategic relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and key business partners. Drive cost optimization, value engineering, budget control, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual obligations, quality standards, and project schedules. Lead supplier prequalification, performance evaluation, risk management, and supply chain planning. Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, commercial, and finance teams to ensure efficient project execution. Lead and develop high-performing procurement and supply chain teams.