Manager, Procurement (UAE National)

Manage procurement sourcing, tendering, supplier evaluation, negotiations and governance while helping business stakeholders obtain quality services and value within approved controls. This position is suited to a professional who can combine sound judgement, customer or stakeholder focus and disciplined execution in a regulated banking environment.

Role Context

This role contributes to a professional banking environment where accuracy, responsible decision-making, customer focus and effective collaboration are essential. The position offers the opportunity to work with experienced teams, support business priorities and contribute to sustainable service and operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities, tenders, supplier evaluations and commercial negotiations for assigned categories.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding, due diligence, documentation and approval processes.
• Monitor supplier performance, service levels, commercial terms and contract obligations.
• Advise stakeholders on procurement policies, sourcing options and commercial considerations.
• Maintain purchase orders, procurement records, audit trails and management reporting.
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiency, process improvement and competitive sourcing.
• Support resolution of procurement exceptions while maintaining appropriate governance and risk controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain, business, finance or a related discipline.
• Relevant procurement and supplier-management experience, preferably in a regulated organisation.
• Strong negotiation, commercial analysis and stakeholder-management skills.
• Good understanding of sourcing controls, governance and procurement documentation.

What You’ll Bring

The successful candidate should demonstrate professionalism, ownership, clear communication and a practical approach to solving problems. Strong collaboration skills and the ability to manage priorities are important, along with respect for confidentiality, controls and service standards. Candidates should be comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and using data, documentation and business information to support sound decisions. A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to delivering dependable results will be valued in the role.

Employment Details

• Company: Commercial Bank of Dubai
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Experience: 6 - 9 Years