Manager - Supply Chain Business Partner

ABOUT THE ROLE
The role will act as the key Supply Chain point of contact for Development and Commercial projects, partnering closely with PMO, Finance, Commercial, Project Managers, and Department Heads to ensure timely procurement, effective cost management, operational continuity, and compliance with the company policies and governance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procurement: Lead procurement activities across 60+ projects, ensuring timely and compliant PR/PO execution within approved budgets. Maintain regular PR/PO tracking and proactively resolve delays and issues.
• Sourcing & Commercial Support: Partner with PMO, Finance, and Commercial teams on supplier selection, cost estimates, quotations, business cases, and sourcing of critical components to support project and customer requirements.
• Logistics: Proactively manage logistics risks and critical deliveries in coordination with Project Managers and Department Heads to minimise impact on project timelines.
• Facilities: Oversee lease contracts and assess financial impact to support effective commercial and operational decisions.
• Receiving & Warehouse: Ensure timely clearance of GRNs and SAP transactions to support accurate project costing and prevent payment or supply disruptions.
• Vendor Management: Drive timely supplier registration and resolve vendor-related issues to maintain payment continuity and effective supplier relationships.
• Budget & Cost Control: Partner with Finance and PMO to monitor PR/PO spend against budgets, identify variances, and support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to the company Supply Chain DOA and governance requirements, including Competition Waivers, CAPEX, Asset Creation, budget controls, audit documentation, KPI reporting, and cost-saving submissions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain Business Partnering.
• Strong experience managing complex, project-based Supply Chain environments.
• Strong commercial, financial, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of procurement governance, budgeting, ERP/SAP processes, and supplier management.
• Ability to operate independently, manage multiple priorities, and influence stakeholders across the organisation.
• Proactive, commercially minded, and solutions-oriented with strong leadership and communication skills.

WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
Launched in November 2019, the company is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold, and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, positioning the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At the company, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at the company also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.