Charterhouse
Charterhouse is working with a highly regarded and established private government company. The client is looking to hire a Head of Procurement and Contracts (UAE National) to join their team in Dubai.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies, identify potential suppliers, negotiate and draft contracts and oversee the contract lifecycle whilst continuously reviewing procurement processes and managing budgets.
- This role will mitigate any risk associated with procurement activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and relevant laws.
- In addition, this role will also liaise with stakeholders and senior management and address any conflicts or disputes with vendors.
- The Head of Procurement will be responsible for managing and guiding the procurement team.
Requirements of Head of Procurement and Contracts
- Bachelors degree.
- Minimum:10 years of relevant work experience. Experience of working with a government entity would be highly desirable.
- This role is for UAE Nationals only.
Skills and Abilities Desired
- Good communication skills.
- Fluency in English.
- Fluency in Arabic is advantageous.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
- Proactive and skilled.
- Analytical as well as process oriented.
- The ideal candidate will have a can-do approach and professional outlook with the ability to remain calm and focused when under pressure.