Qualficiations / Experience Required:
8+ years experience in Category Management and Procurement, including hands-on sourcing, contracting and supplier management experience across multiple Indirect Procurement categories
Deep understanding of regional requirements
Strong business acumen with a proven track record of performance delivery and Continuous Improvement
Strong influencing and communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple disciplines, cultures and with suppliers.
Proven ability to work under pressure and handle ambiguity with openness to change
Experience in identifying and mitigating risks in the supply chain, supporting project execution and driving supplier management
Must have ability to work with people, to gain respect of peers and team members in a multi-cultural working environment and capable of completing work assignments within agreed timeframes with a competent level of accuracy
University degree in Supply Chain, Business, Quantity Surveying, or other relevant technical discipline ideal but not conditional
Middle East Projects and/or Indirect Procurement experience (UAE/UK)
CIPS or CPM qualified
