Functional Experience :
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role
Leadership/Supervisory
· A minimum of 3 years leading and managing teams
Education and Qualification Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
- Additional Qualifications: Certification in procurement or supply chain management, such as the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Key Interactions & Nature of Interaction
Internal:
- Collaborate with Directors to align procurement and contracting activities with their needs
- Collaborate with other Corporate Support teams for Procurement-related activities, such as contracting suppliers, technology etc.
- Collaborate with Strategy & Excellence to work on strategic projects and initiatives, ensure process excellence and adhere to KPI achievement and reporting
External:
Collaborate with Government Legal for the development of contracts
Technical Skills
- Expert: Knowledge of media communications and the press industry
- Expert: Knowledge of procurement, supply chain management and contracting
- Proficient: Knowledge of existing regulatory laws and procedures within UAE
- Proficient: Command of written and spoken Arabic and English
Behavioral Competencies
- Proficient: Effective communication
- Proficient: Leading and inspiring others
- Advanced: Decision making and problem solving
- Proficient: Financial awareness
- Proficient: Team Management and People Development
- Advanced: Evoking and Disseminating Positive Energy
Key Performance Indicators
- Procurement lead time: On-time development of contracts within agreed timelines (%)
- Procurement lead time: Contract negotiation within agreed timelines (%)
- Updated and documented contracts (%)
- Satisfaction rating of suppliers [from Directors/Hads/Managers] (% or NPS score)
- Development of procurement policies and procedures (%)