Procurement Manager

Job description / Role

The job holder is responsible for leading and managing the processes of contracting, sourcing and procurement of materials, suppliers and services in accordance to the company’s policies and procedures. In addition, the job holder will also oversee the management of the receipt, storage and issuance of procured materials/supplies.

Requirements

• Minimum Degree or Diploma holder in Business or any other related field.
• 5 years experience in Procurement, Inventory, or logistics. Aviation experience is preferred.
• Good knowledge of local/ international markets.
• Good knowledge of procurement and inventory management systems.
• Candidates must be able to multi-task, be detail oriented, and able to work independently.
• Good negotiation and supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic is an advantage.
• Computer skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• UAE experience is essential.

About the Company

Air Arabia (PJSC), listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is the Middle East and North Africa's first and leading low-cost carrier flying to over 100 destinations across the world. Air Arabia was the first airline to introduce the low-cost carrier concept in the region and is on a mission to serve all Arab countries and beyond, constantly undergoing aggressive route expansion, taking advantage of its ideally located hubs in the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Egypt and Jordan. Over the past thirteen years, Air Arabia, through continuous market research and customer feedback, provides a range of value added services to millions of passengers who chose to fly with Air Arabia's fleet of A320 aircraft. The airline commenced operations in October 2003 and achieved financial break-even from its very first year of services and has been profitable ever since.