Procurement and Contracts Specialist – Supplier Management Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is hiring a Procurement and Contracts Specialist to manage supplier relationships, oversee tendering processes, and ensure the efficient administration of contracts and procurement activities. This role supports RTA’s strategic sourcing initiatives and enhances operational efficiency through structured supplier and contract management.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Government Administration
Function: Purchasing / Procurement
Salary: Estimated AED 18,000 to AED 24,000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE Nationals)
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Overview
The Procurement and Contracts Specialist – Supplier Management will be responsible for developing and managing the supplier database, overseeing tendering and negotiation processes, drafting purchase orders and contracts, and ensuring systematic procurement operations. This role is critical for maintaining transparent, fair, and efficient procurement practices within RTA.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the suppliers’ database, ensuring up-to-date and accurate records of strategic suppliers
- Administer tenders, negotiations, and bidding processes to ensure fair competition and optimal value
- Draft and issue purchase orders, prepare supplier agreements, and manage contract documentation
- Coordinate with suppliers to clarify purchase order details, address inquiries, and support payment processes
- Manage systematic requisitions to ensure all prerequisites for product and service demands are met
- Follow up on pending orders with end-users to ensure timely delivery and fulfillment
- Process RFQs through the marketplace to encourage fair competition and obtain the best offers
- Raise release orders against blanket agreements where applicable
- Order materials and services according to scheduled demand, ensuring service continuity
- Prepare and submit regular procurement and contract management reports to senior leadership
- Perform other related duties and administrative support tasks as assigned by the direct manager
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma in Business Administration, Public Relations, or Law from an accredited university
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of working experience in Contracts Management and Procurement
Skills:
- Highly analytical thinker with strong ability to streamline and improve complex work processes
- Innovative problem-solver capable of generating workable solutions and resolving complaints
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities
- High computer literacy with extensive proficiency in procurement and office applications
- Flexible team player capable of managing multiple concurrent projects effectively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
What We Offer
- Competitive government salary and benefits
- Opportunities to work on strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives
- Professional development in procurement, contracts, and supplier relationship management
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Involvement in Dubai’s public sector modernization and operational excellence programs
About the Company
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai leads the development and management of transportation and infrastructure systems. Through innovation, operational efficiency, and smart mobility initiatives, RTA is instrumental in shaping Dubai’s vision of a globally connected, smart city.