Director Procurement

 

Description:

Convate is partnering with a leading multinational healthcare organization in Abu Dhabi to recruit a highly experienced Director of Procurement. This senior leadership role calls for a strategic and visionary professional capable of driving procurement excellence within the healthcare and Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) sectors.

The successful candidate will spearhead the development and implementation of strategic sourcing frameworks, enhancing supplier relationships and managing contracts to optimize procurement outcomes. They will lead a high-performing procurement team, foster innovation, and ensure adherence to UAE and international procurement standards.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to influence organizational success through data-driven procurement strategies, impactful supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and drive strategic procurement and sourcing frameworks aligned with business goals.

  • Lead and manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and lifecycle management.

  • Optimize procurement spend through effective data analysis and reporting.

  • Oversee and mentor a high-performing procurement team to deliver operational excellence.

  • Ensure compliance with UAE procurement laws as well as global standards and regulations.

  • Promote innovation and continuous improvement within procurement processes and systems.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Pharmacy, Health Systems, or related fields (MBA preferred).

  • Minimum of 12 years’ experience in procurement, including at least 6 years in leadership roles.

  • Deep expertise in healthcare and GPO procurement environments.

  • Proficient in contract management, vendor negotiations, and procurement analytics.

  • Familiarity with ERP systems, Power BI, Tableau, and MS Office tools.

  • Excellent communication skills and proven stakeholder management capabilities.

  • Knowledge of Arabic language and UAE procurement laws is considered a strong advantage.


Key Competencies:

  • Strategic sourcing and vendor performance management.

  • Contract negotiation and comprehensive contract lifecycle oversight.

  • Procurement expertise within the healthcare sector.

  • Leadership skills for team development and management.

  • Data-driven approach to procurement decision-making.

Organization Convate
Industry Medical / Healthcare Jobs
Occupational Category Director Procurement
Job Location Abu Dhabi,UAE
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Experienced Professional
Experience 12 Years
Posted at 2025-05-22 4:10 pm
Expires on 2025-08-20