Procurement Manager - Operations
Posted date [2026-04-08]
(ID: 43681)
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Talabat is the MENA region’s leading on-demand delivery platform, headquartered in Dubai and operating across eight markets. We leverage a tech-driven flywheel model to connect millions of users with food, groceries, and essential services. By bridging the gap between people and local businesses, we continue to scale our ecosystem and simplify everyday life through innovation. |
Job Snapshot
* Role: Procurement Manager - Operations
* Location: Dubai, UAE
* Industry: Internet
* Function: Purchasing
* Experience: 7-10 years
* Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Procurement Manager - Operations Dubai UAE Internet role is a strategic hiring opportunity focused on leading multi-market procurement activities while ensuring operational stability and compliance across regional business units. This position drives procurement excellence, supplier performance, and governance standards within a fast-paced digital commerce environment.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Internet
Function: Purchasing
Salary: 22000-30000
ONLY if salary is NOT provided: Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The role plays a critical part in maintaining seamless procurement operations across multiple markets while developing high-performing teams and improving procurement maturity. It ensures business continuity by managing supplier relationships, overseeing procurement execution, and aligning cross-market practices to support scalable growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee procurement operations across multiple regional markets ensuring consistent execution
* Manage CAPEX and OPEX procurement activities including sourcing, tendering, and contract management
* Act as the escalation point for procurement challenges and operational issues
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, and reporting frameworks
* Standardize procurement processes across markets to improve efficiency and reduce inconsistencies
* Monitor supplier performance, operational risks, and procurement delivery metrics
* Lead onboarding, training, and development of procurement teams across regions
* Drive knowledge sharing initiatives to strengthen procurement capabilities
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, operations, and legal
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
* 7+ years of procurement experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role
* Strong experience managing procurement across multiple countries in the MENA region
* Proven expertise in sourcing, RFQs, contract negotiations, and supplier management
* Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership capabilities
Skills Set
* Strategic procurement and sourcing
* Supplier negotiation and contract management
* Procurement systems and ERP tools
* Data analysis and reporting
* Team leadership and performance management
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to lead procurement operations across multiple high-growth markets
* Work within a global technology-driven organization
* Exposure to complex procurement strategies and regional supply chains
* Career growth in a fast-scaling digital business environment
About the Company
talabat is a leading technology platform in the MENA region and part of Delivery Hero, operating across multiple countries with a strong focus on innovation and digital commerce. The company continues to expand its operations through advanced logistics, procurement excellence, and scalable growth strategies.
