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Senior Procurement Executive

Job Description - Senior Procurement Executive


The
Senior Procurement Executive is a hands-on role responsible for managing IFZA's
sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and
procurement processes across the organization, and Private Office.

 

Reporting
directly to the Head of Group Procurement, the successful candidate will play a
key role in supporting procurement strategy, driving value through effective
supplier management, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of
goods and services.

 

This
role requires a proactive procurement professional who can operate
independently, partner effectively with internal stakeholders, and contribute
to the continuous improvement of procurement practices. The position offers
significant exposure to senior leadership and will serve as a key support to
the Head of Group Procurement.


Responsibilities:

·       Source, evaluate, and
engage reliable suppliers and vendors to support business requirements.

·       Lead commercial
negotiations to secure favourable pricing, service levels, contractual terms,
and delivery conditions.

·       Build and maintain strong
long-term relationships with suppliers and key external partners.

·       Review and manage supplier
agreements and contracts to ensure commercial competitiveness and compliance.

·       Partner with internal
stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and develop effective
sourcing strategies.

·       Prepare and evaluate RFQs,
RFPs, and supplier proposals.

·       Conduct commercial and risk
assessments for suppliers, contracts, and procurement initiatives.

·       Monitor supplier
performance and implement improvement plans where required.

·       Ensure purchase orders,
contracts, and procurement documentation are processed accurately and
efficiently.

·       Identify and implement cost
optimization, standardization, and value creation opportunities across
procurement categories.

·       Support the development and
continuous improvement of procurement policies, procedures, and governance
frameworks.

·       Utilize ERP and procurement
systems to monitor procurement activities, supplier performance, and spend
data.

·       Prepare procurement
analyses, reports, and presentations for management review.

·       Maintain awareness of
market trends, supplier developments, and industry best practices.



Requirements

·     Minimum 7 years of
procurement experience, with at least 3 years operating Senior Procurement
Specialist level.

·       Experience managing
end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, tendering, contract
negotiation, and supplier management.

·       Proven track record of
delivering commercial value through strategic sourcing and supplier
negotiations.

·       Experience within FF&E,
interior fit-out, hospitality, property/luxury residential, yacht/marine related
procurement, or similar project-based environments is highly preferred.

·       Strong understanding of
procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier performance
management.

·       Experience working with ERP
systems and procurement management tools.
  • Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) are
    advantageous



Benefits

  • International team (over 50 nationalities)
  • 24 annual leave days
  • Annual flight home
  • Life insurance plan
  • Medical insurance plan (with the option to upgrade)
  • Invitations to participate in various company functions, staff events, and department team building events
  • Opportunities to learn, develop and grow with the organization
  • Being part of a motivated team and Moving-Forward-Company-Culture


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