Procurement Category Specialist

Job Summary

TheThe Procurement Category Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies within assigned categories to deliver value, manage supplier relationships, and ensure procurement objectives are aligned with the organization’s operational and strategic goals. The role includes market analysis, risk mitigation, contract negotiation, and performance management to ensure optimized cost, quality, and supply reliability.

Job Responsibilities 1

Conduct detailed category spend analysis, business needs assessments, supply market evaluations, and risk assessments to develop and refine category strategies.

Plan, coordinate, and lead end-to-end sourcing activities (RFQ, RFI, RFP) in compliance with internal procurement policies and external regulations.

Establish and manage supply agreements that meet business requirements, ensuring optimal value and performance from third-party suppliers.

Lead commercial negotiations and develop robust contractual agreements, ensuring value-for-money and legal compliance.

Provide expert advice and guidance to internal stakeholders across business units on sourcing strategies, procurement processes, and contract management best practices.

Manage supplier relationships, monitor and evaluate supplier performance, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and cost-effectiveness.

Identify, monitor, and mitigate procurement risks (e.g., supplier risk, compliance risk, delivery risk) and ensure business continuity.

Develop and maintain procurement documentation, including sourcing plans, evaluation reports, approval documentation, and contract files to ensure audit readiness and transparency.

Support procurement governance by adhering to internal policies and contributing to the development of category-specific procurement frameworks and procedures.

Contribute to capability-building activities by sharing category insights, market trends, and best practices with the procurement team and relevant stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of procurement laws, sourcing strategies, and purchasing procedures, with ability to ensure compliance and value-for-money outcomes.

Proficiency in contract development, negotiation, and supplier performance management, including risk mitigation and cost optimization.

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement processes, including RFQ, RFI, RFP, and spend analysis.

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and support cross-functional teams.

Ability to manage multiple procurement projects under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy, documentation, and governance.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 years working experience, 3 years relevant working experience, 2 years GCC experience is a plus.

Competencies

Education