Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITY Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and technology partners for smart solutions products and services. Manage the entire procurement lifecycle for RFQ’s and Tenders from requisition to delivery, including document preparation, vendor communication, bid evaluation, and recommendation. Conduct rigorous market analysis to stay ahead of technological advancements, pricing trends, and new products and Develop and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising on quality or performance. Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and service providers to secure optimal pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements (SLAs). Build and maintain strong relationships with key technology vendors and manufacturers. Ensure all procured items meet We One's stringent quality standards and ISO compliance requirements. Collaborate with the solutions engineering team to understand technical specifications and project requirements. Resolve any supply chain issues, including delays, shortages, or quality discrepancies, promptly. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and relevant UAE regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, and supplier data within the procurement system. Support the evaluation for the existing suppliers perofrmance and for onboarding of new vendors, ensuring they meet all pre-qualification and compliance checks. Provide regular reporting on procurement KPIs, savings initiatives, and category performance to management. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Expertise in MS Office, particularly Excel, for financial modeling and data analysis. Ability to interpret technical blueprints and schematics for smart solutions (e.g., CCTV, gate barriers, IT infrastructure). Knowledge of quality control standards and compliance requirements. Proficiency in procurement software such as SAP or Oracle Fusion. Strong understanding of UAE customs clearance processes and incoterms. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
About Us
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.
We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW