Procurement Manager Emirati Talent

Job Description:

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

LAHAB, part of EDGE Group, is the UAE’s sole military‑grade munitions manufacturer, producing and testing a full range of small-, medium-, and large‑calibre ammunition to the highest international standards. With advanced automated manufacturing, lifecycle testing, and mission‑specific customisation capabilities, LAHAB plays a vital role in strengthening the UAE’s sovereign defence readiness and national security.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that ensure the timely, cost‑effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services. This role leads supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and procurement operations while maintaining alignment with organizational goals, budgets, and quality standards. UAE Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply, as this position offers a key opportunity to contribute to the nation’s growing industrial capabilities and play a strategic role in supporting sovereign supply chain excellence.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Manage the end-to‑end procurement process, from sourcing to contract award and supplier performance management
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers and contractors
• Lead contract negotiations to achieve optimal cost, quality, delivery, and risk outcomes
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks to support informed decision‑making
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand demand and technical requirements
• Manage supplier performance, including KPIs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Control procurement budgets and identify cost‑saving and value‑creation opportunities
• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, or commercial disputes
• Prepare procurement reports, forecasts, and management dashboards
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent)
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or PMP
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, EPC, or regulated industries
• Knowledge of international sourcing and trade regulations, preferable controlled and DG materials.

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and contract management
• Experience working with ERP systems (preferable SAP) and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions…