Procurement Manager

Job Purpose

The Procurement Manager is responsible for strategic and operational procurement of materials, components, and services required for LV switch gear and automation manufacturing
, ensuring cost competitiveness, quality compliance, and on-time delivery in line with project schedules and production plans
. The role includes support various infrastructure, utility and oil & gas projects (ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO) while ensuring compliance with approved vendor requirements, technical standards, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with production plans and project requirements.
• Convert material planning outputs and BOMs into optimized sourcing and purchasing plans
  .
• Ensure availability of critical long-lead items (breakers, MCCBs, ACBs, relays, PLCs, enclosures, copper, busbars, cables).

Supplier Management & Development

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage approved and strategic suppliers for LV switch gear components.
• Maintain supplier compliance with ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO
  , and ISO requirements.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews covering quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and technical capability.
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, lead times, payment terms, and framework agreements
  .
• Develop alternate and local sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risks.

Project & Production Support

• Collaborate closely with material planning, production, engineering, QA/QC, and project teams to ensure procurement aligns with project milestones.
• Prioritize procurement activities for critical and fast-track projects
  .
• Support engineering substitutions and BOM changes
  , ensuring technical compliance and approvals.

Cost Control & Commercial Excellence

• Drive cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and long-term agreements.
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets
  , cost tracking, and savings reports.
• Analyze market trends, commodity prices (copper, steel), and supply risks impacting LV switch gear manufacturing.

ERP & Process Management (SAP MM)

• Oversee procurement operations using SAP MM
  , including:
  • Purchase requisitions & purchase orders
  • Vendor master and material master governance
  • Goods receipt and invoice reconciliation
• Monitor open PO status, lead times, delivery performance
  , and inventory exposure.
• Improve procurement workflows, controls, and reporting accuracy.

Compliance, Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, utility standards, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and HSE requirements
  .
• Coordinate with QA/QC for incoming material inspections, vendor audits, and NCR resolutions
  .
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to single sourcing, geopolitical issues, or capacity constraints.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor the procurement and expediting team
  , ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications & Experience Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering
  .
• Professional certifications (CIPS, CPM, CSCP) are an advantage.

Experience

• 7-8 years of procurement experience in LV switch gear, electrical panels, automation, or EPC/manufacturing environment
  .
• Proven experience handling utility and oil & gas clients (ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO or similar).
• Strong exposure to SAP MM in a manufacturing environment.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of LV switch gear components and specifications
  .
• Understanding of BOM structures, production planning, and project-based manufacturing
  .
• Expertise in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization
  .
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and compliance documents.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with approved vendor environments and strict client audits.
• Familiarity with local UAE suppliers and global OEMs (Schneider, ABB, Siemens, Eaton, LS, etc.).
• Knowledge of lean procurement and supply chain best practices
  .

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