Import Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full sourcing cycle, including strategy development, supplier pre-qualification and evaluation, tender preparation, evaluation of responses, negotiation of terms and conditions, and contract finalisation to meet business requirements and as per company standards/policies.
• Source chemicals and raw materials from international suppliers based on business and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with overseas manufacturers, traders, and distributors.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with UAE and international suppliers.
• Ensure UAE customs duty optimisation and FTA preferential tariff utilisation where applicable
• Manage procurement ERP data (SAP MM or Oracle Procurement) and purchase order processing.
• Manage supplier risk including financial assessment, geographic concentration, and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Procurement Law for government entities, Federal Law.
• Report monthly procurement savings, spend analysis, and supplier KPIs to the Supply Chain Director.
• Monitor global chemical market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks.
• Coordinate with the Sales team to ensure product availability and timely order fulfilment.
• Track shipments and ensure timely delivery while minimizing procurement and logistics costs.
• Ensure compliance with import/Export regulations, trade policies, and company standards.
• Maintain vendor performance records and identify new sourcing opportunities.

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate in Chemistry, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA in Supply Chain, International Business, or Marketing preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in chemical procurement, import operations, or international trading atleast 7 yrs in Dubai.
• Candidate should know the local language Arabic.

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• What is your current salary and notice period ?

Experience:

• Procurement: 10 years (Preferred)
• Chemical procurement: 10 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person