Senior Specialist – Purchasing (UAE National Only)

Executive Solutions

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: HP031-1424

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Executive Solutions is now partnering with a new Government Entity in the UAE. It is the first and one of its kinds in the country. By working in this organization you will become a part of a small group of people who possess an insight and set of skills that will propel your career in one of a kind unique industry.

Their new main office will be based in Abu Dhabi in Al Raha Beach area. New accommodation law won’t apply to this Entity. UAE nationals from any Emirate are considered as candidates.

Job Description

• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand

Requirements

Skills
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Working experience of vendor management software
• Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures
• Solid judgment with ability to make good decisions
• Minimum four years of experience in a similar role
• Relevant Bachelors Degree

About the Company

Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.

We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.

Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.

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