Principal Category Sourcing Manager – Business Services & Indirect Procurement
Dubai, UAE
A leading international organization is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing and category management activities across Business Services and Indirect Procurement categories.
The role focuses on:
- Developing and executing category sourcing strategies.
- Leading RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, tendering activities, and supplier negotiations.
- Managing supplier relationships, governance, and performance.
- Delivering cost optimization, value creation, and sourcing savings initiatives.
- Conducting spend analysis, market intelligence, and supplier benchmarking.
- Partnering with senior stakeholders to support procurement and business objectives.
Looking for:
- 12+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience.
- Strong background in Business Services and Indirect Procurement categories.
- Proven experience managing RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
- Strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen.
- Experience with SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, Ivalua, or similar procurement platforms.
- Telecom, technology, consulting, aviation, energy, FMCG, or multinational experience preferred.
An excellent opportunity to join a global organization and drive high-impact sourcing initiatives.
Interested candidates are welcome to connect for a confidential discussion.
