Senior IT Procurement Professional

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Procurement Professional to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT procurement, strong vendor relationships, and expertise in managing end-to-end procurement cycles within SAP (SAP MM). This role requires a strategic thinker with deep knowledge of procurement frameworks, contract management, and IT procurement best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the complete procurement lifecycle for IT products and services, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with IT principal vendors, distributors, and resellers.
Oversee and negotiate AMC/AMS (Annual Maintenance Contract/Annual Maintenance Services) and SLA (Service Level Agreement)-based contracts.
Utilize procurement frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and Mendelow Matrix to strategize and optimize procurement processes.
Work with SAP MM (Materials Management) for procurement transactions, vendor management, and reporting.
Leverage P2P (Procure-to-Pay) tools to streamline procurement operations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, manage demand, and align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Conduct market analysis, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments to support procurement decisions.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency.

Key Requirements

Minimum of 12+ years of experience in IT product and service procurement.
Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with IT principal vendors, distributors, and resellers.
Expertise in managing complex IT procurement cycles and proficiency in SAP (SAP MM).
Hands-on experience with AMC/AMS and SLA-based contracts.
In-depth knowledge of procurement frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and Mendelow Matrix.
Proficiency in using P2P (Procure-to-Pay) tools.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Collaborative team player with a detail-oriented mindset.

Important Note

Only candidates with core IT software procurement experience will be considered.

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