Procurement Manager

Job description / Role

The Procurement Manager – MEP oversees all procurement activities for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems across the project. This includes strategy development, sourcing, technical evaluation, negotiation, vendor coordination, and delivery management. The role ensures timely availability of materials and services, meeting budget, quality, and schedule requirements. Acting as a bridge between engineering, commercial, logistics, and execution teams, the Procurement Manager - MEP ensures seamless project delivery across multiple zones.

Key Accountabilities:

• Uphold company values, fostering accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Implement performance management, monitor team progress, and address issues proactively.
• Build a collaborative, inclusive team culture; recruit, onboard, and develop talent.
• Align procurement plans with project milestones and construction sequencing.
• Optimize costs via effective sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Ensure material quality, specification compliance, and accurate procurement documentation.
• Identify procurement risks, implement mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the MEP procurement team; maintain strong internal and vendor communication.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop project-specific MEP procurement plans aligned with construction strategy.
• Prequalify, engage, and manage vendors, subcontractors, and manufacturers.
• Float RFQs, compare quotations, and perform technical-commercial evaluations.
• Negotiate contracts, issue purchase orders, and manage subcontracts.
• Ensure timely approvals, submittals, and sample coordination.
• Expedite deliveries, monitor lead times, and maintain schedules.
• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delay, or documentation.
• Maintain vendor databases and assess supplier performance.
• Support procurement audits and project closeout documentation.

General Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company policies, code of conduct, and QHSE standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and sensitive project information.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of reports, balanced scorecards, and documentation.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, PMP, CSCP) preferred.
• 6–8 years of relevant industry experience, including 2–4 years in a similar procurement role.
• Experience in mega projects (AED 500M+) and multi-zone execution strategies.
• Exposure to authority-compliant material sourcing (DEWA, SEWA, DCD).
• Familiarity with FIDIC-based contracts and vendor contract management.

Skills:

• Technical: MEP systems knowledge, ERP proficiency (Oracle/SAP), procurement documentation.
• Hard: Vendor evaluation, negotiation, procurement planning, commercial analysis.
• Soft: Stakeholder management, analytical thinking, decision-making, time management.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with operational focus.
• Confident negotiator and ethical leader.
• Proactive, collaborative, and resilient under pressure.

Salary:
AED 30,000 to 35,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Founded by Aaron Fletcher and Tony Piccolo, FPA is a prominent recruitment and HR consulting firm operating in the Middle East and the UK. With an impressive professional background of over 22 years, both founders have established themselves as reliable partners for top-tier talent acquisition in the industry.

Our firm's skilled team provides a wide range of specialized services, including executive search, specialist recruitment, and industry salary benchmarking, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.

We take a comprehensive approach to ensure that we find the right talent to drive businesses forward. At FPA, we are committed to excellence and leverage our industry expertise to navigate the competitive landscapes of the Construction and Real Estate markets. This dedication to our clients makes us the preferred partner for businesses seeking success in these industries.