About the role
As new markets open and technology advances, the landscape of supply chain and operations becomes increasingly complex. In this environment, effective, sustainable operational management is vital for global success. We are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Manager to join our talented team of Procurement professionals. You will leverage your analytical insight to enhance our clients' global business performance by working collaboratively to deliver exceptional client service and improve procurement and sourcing efficiencies.
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Key Responsibilities
- Create innovative commercial insights for clients, tailoring methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs.
- Actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives.
- Support the execution of procurement transformation strategies, including:
- Spend Management: cost optimisation, category management, strategic sourcing
- Procurement Operating Model Transformation
- Procurement Digitalisation
- Procurement Operations
- ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)
Skills and Attributes for Success
To qualify for the role, you must have:
- Strong background in Procurement projects, either in industry or consulting
- 3 to 5 years of experience at a tier 1 consultancy
- Outstanding academic record, with at least a Bachelor’s degree
- Experience and passion for digital solutions and trends, operating model development, third-party spend management, ESG, or leading supply chain solutions
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Entrepreneurial flair with the ability to identify business opportunities and cross-sell different services and/or products
- Fluency in Arabic (speaking and reading) is advantageous but not essential
Ideally, you will also have:
- An analytical mindset
- A change-oriented mindset
- A commitment to continuous learning
- A collaborative approach to teamwork
- Ability to travel across the region
What we look for
We seek professionals who possess a deep understanding of Procurement change across various sectors. You should be comfortable managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, often with shifting priorities. This role demands a high level of collaboration, requiring you to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and clients at all levels. Engaging personality traits and connections in communities outside of work will be beneficial.
What working here offers
We provide a competitive compensation package based on performance, along with recognition for the value you bring. Additional benefits include:
- Support and coaching from an engaging and talented team
- Opportunities for skill development and career progression
- The freedom and flexibility to manage your role in a manner that suits you
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