Category Manager, General Procurement, Gulf- Dubai, UAE

 Category Manager, General Procurement, Gulf- Dubai, UAE


Key Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

    Provides management information and insights on all dimensions of work area performance to facilitate discussion and decision making, both on a periodic basis and for ad-hoc management requests.
    Follows all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Core Responsibilities

    Manages sourcing and purchasing programs and processes, and ensures adherence to approved cost, quality, and delivery standards under the guidance of the Otis – Entity including GP tenders, PO placement etc. / strong technical background within the industry required
    Manages entire bidding processes for the relevant Categories such as: IT, HR, Legal/Compliance, Car Fleet, Real Estate, EH&S, Marketing, Insurance, others)
    Participates in the definition and approves the supplier selection methods in accordance with procurement policies and procedures.
    Reviews purchase requests/orders in accordance with the delegation of authority matrix.
    Solid and Robust approach to contracting (reviews and evaluates contracts, approving award letters and purchase orders and negotiating change orders)
    Participates in the development and revision of procurement and contracting policies, procedures and strategies for Otis – Entity and its branches, as appropriate.
    Seeks opportunities to expand the supplier base and drive cost reduction initiatives; strong negotiations skills required
    Resolves ad hoc problems such as bid disputes and supplier protests in collaboration with concerned departments.

Self-Management

    Defines performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the reporting manager and ensures that the goals are achieved during the course of the year.
    Identifies the training and development requirements for self and agrees on them with the reporting manager to ensure that the required trainings are arranged and attended.
    Strives to achieve the highest levels of proficiency on all the competencies and skills required to perform the role.
    Keeps abreast of professional developments, new techniques and current issues through continued education and professional growth.

Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/Administration or equivalent

Years of Experience

    Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in performing purchasing and in a multinational organization; relevant category management experience (Logistics, Car Fleet, Real Estate, IT, HR, others)



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