Procurement Director

Job description / Role

Purpose: Lead all organizational activities related to purchase of services, assets and products submitted by Gulf Film and Novo Cinemas Business units.

REPORTS to CEO

SUPERVISES:
- Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer,Procurement Assistant

KEY DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead all organizational activities related to purchase of services, assets and products submitted by Gulf Film and Novo Cinemas Business units.
- Evaluate and approve the procurement and logistics policies and procedures manual and ensure it is properly communicated and employed by all Business across the organization.
- Ensure that the practice of receiving purchase requests, issuing purchase orders and purchasing products is done efficiently, accurately and within company policy & in some cases budget.
- Monitor and purchasing of service, supplies and equipment and compare costs for maximum value-for-money and quality. ? Maintain the coordination between Procurement Administration staff and Business Units and all such activities related to receiving of purchase requests.
- Lead and monitor the coordination between Procurement Administration staff and the Finance Business Unit on transactions related to the purchasing and invoice payments.
- Guarantee products are delivered to the requesting Business units/Departments on time and according to the specifications outlined in the purchase requests received from concerned departments.
- Maintain strong relationships with approved vendors and continuously meet with new vendors in order to expand the list of approved vendors and continuously meet with new vendors in order to expand the list of approved vendors and maximize the quality of purchased goods and services.
- Manage and resolve issues with products dispatching and customs clearance.
- Direct and Monitor that the Project Team adhere to the strategy of the Procurement Department to support the on-time delivery of new and refurbishment sites.
- Interface and maintain governance relationships with all Directors and Business Units whilst more specifically ensuring that the association with the Legal Department is exceptional and productive in ensuring that any statutory risks and threats in the business are limited or eliminated.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
- MUST HAVE FIDIC - CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of strategic purchasing experience
- Ability to negotiate pricing and contracts for optimal value
- Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively cross-functionally with at all levels of management
- Proactive, motivated, analytical and strategic thinker and requiring limited management oversight

About the Company

Novo Cinemas is home to the most innovative entertainment experiences in the GCC, offering each visitor A Great Time Out since 2014. We are one of the largest cinema chains in the Middle East because we push boundaries, pioneer change, and consistently strive for the "new". We began our legacy by introducing the region to such evolutionary technologies as the largest IMAX with Laser in the MENA region, online booking, e-kiosks and the first cinema-dedicated mobile app.

Novo Cinemas takes pride in showcasing the latest viewing technology, being acknowledged as the regional leader in cinema innovation when bestowed with the Most Innovative Cinema award at ComiCon ME 2017. This award is a testament to our dedication to providing customers with the most state-of-the-art movie-going experiences possible.

Our theaters are cinematic experience hubs creating lasting memories for every customer. Novo brings movies to life, letting guests choose from 2D, 3D, 4D, IMAX with Laser, ATMOS and luxury 7-Star VIP suites for their comfort. Supporting the in-theatre entertainment are bespoke gourmet menus, the latest trends in cinema snacks including frozen popcorn, fresh crepes and healthy treats. We are committed to providing every community with a personalized and outstanding entertainment experience placing cinema-goers at the forefront. Known as a destination for regional premieres, we are proud to host the most anticipated preview screenings. In addition to blockbuster releases, Novo offers corporate and private group bookings as well as alternative content such as live boxing, cricket and football matches and the performing arts. Films can be as informative as they are entertaining and Novo's commitment to education is reflected in our wide range of stunning IMAX documentary films available for private school bookings.

There are currently 158 screens across the GCC, ongoing expansion will see our numbers grow to over to 220 screens in more than 20 cinemas in four markets by 2019. Novo Cinemas. A Great Time Out! www.novocinemas.com