Procurement Specialist - Hospitality Sourcing
Posted date [2026-09-03]
(ID: 50614)
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Atlantis Dubai is located at the centre of the famous Palm Island, in one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, Dubai. The resort truly embodies an integrated entertainment destination concept with its innovative awe-inspiring experiences across stay, food & beverage, nightlife, attractions and wellness. |
Job Description and Requirements
Procurement Specialist - Hospitality SourcingJob Snapshot
Role: Procurement Specialist - Hospitality Sourcing
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Purchasing Procurement
Function: Purchasing
Experience: Minimum 4 years of procurement experience, including contract and supplier management
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Procurement Specialist - Hospitality Sourcing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Purchasing Procurement opportunity supporting the sourcing, contracting, and acquisition of goods and operational services for a large luxury hospitality environment. The role requires strong commercial judgment, Total Cost of Ownership analysis, supplier negotiation, contract administration, ERP and eSourcing exposure, and the ability to manage SLAs, KPIs, compliance requirements, and procurement activities from planning through execution.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Purchasing Procurement
Function: Purchasing
Salary: 12000-18000
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 Procurement Specialist will support the Manager, Procurement in delivering reliable, commercially sound sourcing solutions across operational and service-related categories. The position combines day-to-day procurement execution with contract management, financial analysis, supplier evaluation, and process compliance.
A strong understanding of Total Cost of Ownership will be essential when assessing purchasing decisions beyond initial price. By applying structured sourcing methods, monitoring supplier commitments, and maintaining accurate contractual controls, the role will help improve service quality, cost efficiency, and operational continuity across the resort environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Manager, Procurement in planning and executing procurement activities aligned with business objectives.
* Manage the sourcing of goods and services in accordance with approved procurement policies and procedures.
* Review stakeholder requirements and determine appropriate sourcing and contracting approaches.
* Plan and schedule procurement activities to support operational timelines and service requirements.
* Prepare RFQs, RFPs, commercial comparisons, evaluation documents, and supplier recommendations.
* Identify suitable suppliers and assess their commercial capability, service quality, and contractual suitability.
* Evaluate bids using price, quality, service, risk, delivery, and Total Cost of Ownership considerations.
* Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, service conditions, and contractual obligations with suppliers.
* Support the drafting, review, evaluation, and execution of complex procurement contracts.
* Ensure contractual terms reflect agreed scope, pricing, responsibilities, performance expectations, and compliance requirements.
* Monitor procurement and contract activities from initiation through award and implementation.
* Maintain accurate documentation for sourcing decisions, approvals, agreements, and supplier correspondence.
* Ensure procurement activities comply with internal governance requirements and applicable regulations.
* Review legal and contractual obligations and escalate areas of concern when required.
* Support supplier onboarding and maintain accurate vendor records.
* Build productive working relationships with operational departments and key external suppliers.
* Procure operational services and establish appropriate service-level expectations within contractual agreements.
* Develop and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and supplier performance measures where required.
* Participate in supplier performance reviews and identify areas requiring corrective action.
* Address delivery, service, quality, or contractual issues with suppliers in a timely manner.
* Monitor supplier compliance against agreed commercial and operational requirements.
* Use structured analysis to compare procurement alternatives and support informed decision-making.
* Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency without compromising quality or service levels.
* Apply financial and logical analysis when evaluating sourcing options and contract structures.
* Support process improvements that strengthen procurement efficiency, transparency, and control.
* Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders throughout sourcing and contracting activities.
* Work independently on assigned procurement responsibilities while escalating significant risks appropriately.
* Use ERP, eSourcing, and eContract systems where available to manage procurement workflows and documentation.
* Prepare reports, presentations, and commercial analyses using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Contribute to professional and responsive procurement support across both resort operations.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or a related discipline.
* Minimum 4 years of professional procurement experience.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
* Able to evaluate multiple commercial variables and make structured procurement decisions.
* Experienced in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing complex contracts.
* Good understanding of contract compliance, supplier obligations, and commercial risk.
* Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable commercial outcomes.
* Previous exposure to operational services procurement is advantageous.
* Comfortable developing and monitoring SLAs, KPIs, and supplier performance measures.
* Familiar with Total Cost of Ownership principles and value-based procurement.
* Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned sourcing activities.
* Strong organizational capability when managing simultaneous procurement requirements.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Experience with ERP systems is highly regarded.
* Exposure to eSourcing and eContract software is advantageous.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Able to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Commercially aware, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating within a structured procurement environment.
Skills Set
* Strategic sourcing
* Operational procurement
* Hospitality procurement
* Goods procurement
* Services procurement
* Total Cost of Ownership
* Supplier sourcing
* Supplier evaluation
* RFQ management
* RFP management
* Bid evaluation
* Commercial analysis
* Procurement planning
* Contract drafting
* Contract evaluation
* Contract execution
* Contract management
* Contract compliance
* Supplier negotiation
* Commercial negotiation
* Supplier relationship management
* Vendor management
* SLA development
* KPI management
* Supplier performance monitoring
* Service procurement
* Cost analysis
* Cost optimization
* Procurement governance
* Procurement compliance
* Procurement policies
* Risk assessment
* ERP systems
* eSourcing systems
* eContract systems
* Microsoft Excel
* Microsoft Word
* Microsoft PowerPoint
* Procurement reporting
* Stakeholder management
* Commercial decision-making
Why Join Us
This position offers broad exposure to procurement operations within Dubai\'s luxury hospitality market, where sourcing decisions have a direct effect on service quality, operating efficiency, supplier performance, and guest experience. The role provides the opportunity to work across a diverse range of goods and service categories while developing stronger commercial, contract, and supplier management expertise.
The position includes a competitive tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams, food and beverage privileges, discounted rates across participating Kerzner properties, comprehensive health insurance including dental coverage, annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive programme, and colleague wellness initiatives. Structured training, internal mobility, and career development opportunities also support long-term progression within an international hospitality group.
About the Company
Atlantis Resorts operates two landmark luxury destinations in Dubai: Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. As part of Kerzner International, the organization combines large-scale resort operations, premium dining, entertainment, wellness, and guest services, supported by extensive procurement and back-of-house functions that help maintain consistent service standards across both properties.
The Procurement Specialist will support the Manager, Procurement in delivering reliable, commercially sound sourcing solutions across operational and service-related categories. The position combines day-to-day procurement execution with contract management, financial analysis, supplier evaluation, and process compliance.
A strong understanding of Total Cost of Ownership will be essential when assessing purchasing decisions beyond initial price. By applying structured sourcing methods, monitoring supplier commitments, and maintaining accurate contractual controls, the role will help improve service quality, cost efficiency, and operational continuity across the resort environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Manager, Procurement in planning and executing procurement activities aligned with business objectives.
* Manage the sourcing of goods and services in accordance with approved procurement policies and procedures.
* Review stakeholder requirements and determine appropriate sourcing and contracting approaches.
* Plan and schedule procurement activities to support operational timelines and service requirements.
* Prepare RFQs, RFPs, commercial comparisons, evaluation documents, and supplier recommendations.
* Identify suitable suppliers and assess their commercial capability, service quality, and contractual suitability.
* Evaluate bids using price, quality, service, risk, delivery, and Total Cost of Ownership considerations.
* Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, service conditions, and contractual obligations with suppliers.
* Support the drafting, review, evaluation, and execution of complex procurement contracts.
* Ensure contractual terms reflect agreed scope, pricing, responsibilities, performance expectations, and compliance requirements.
* Monitor procurement and contract activities from initiation through award and implementation.
* Maintain accurate documentation for sourcing decisions, approvals, agreements, and supplier correspondence.
* Ensure procurement activities comply with internal governance requirements and applicable regulations.
* Review legal and contractual obligations and escalate areas of concern when required.
* Support supplier onboarding and maintain accurate vendor records.
* Build productive working relationships with operational departments and key external suppliers.
* Procure operational services and establish appropriate service-level expectations within contractual agreements.
* Develop and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and supplier performance measures where required.
* Participate in supplier performance reviews and identify areas requiring corrective action.
* Address delivery, service, quality, or contractual issues with suppliers in a timely manner.
* Monitor supplier compliance against agreed commercial and operational requirements.
* Use structured analysis to compare procurement alternatives and support informed decision-making.
* Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency without compromising quality or service levels.
* Apply financial and logical analysis when evaluating sourcing options and contract structures.
* Support process improvements that strengthen procurement efficiency, transparency, and control.
* Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders throughout sourcing and contracting activities.
* Work independently on assigned procurement responsibilities while escalating significant risks appropriately.
* Use ERP, eSourcing, and eContract systems where available to manage procurement workflows and documentation.
* Prepare reports, presentations, and commercial analyses using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Contribute to professional and responsive procurement support across both resort operations.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or a related discipline.
* Minimum 4 years of professional procurement experience.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
* Able to evaluate multiple commercial variables and make structured procurement decisions.
* Experienced in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing complex contracts.
* Good understanding of contract compliance, supplier obligations, and commercial risk.
* Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable commercial outcomes.
* Previous exposure to operational services procurement is advantageous.
* Comfortable developing and monitoring SLAs, KPIs, and supplier performance measures.
* Familiar with Total Cost of Ownership principles and value-based procurement.
* Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned sourcing activities.
* Strong organizational capability when managing simultaneous procurement requirements.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Experience with ERP systems is highly regarded.
* Exposure to eSourcing and eContract software is advantageous.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Able to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Commercially aware, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating within a structured procurement environment.
Skills Set
* Strategic sourcing
* Operational procurement
* Hospitality procurement
* Goods procurement
* Services procurement
* Total Cost of Ownership
* Supplier sourcing
* Supplier evaluation
* RFQ management
* RFP management
* Bid evaluation
* Commercial analysis
* Procurement planning
* Contract drafting
* Contract evaluation
* Contract execution
* Contract management
* Contract compliance
* Supplier negotiation
* Commercial negotiation
* Supplier relationship management
* Vendor management
* SLA development
* KPI management
* Supplier performance monitoring
* Service procurement
* Cost analysis
* Cost optimization
* Procurement governance
* Procurement compliance
* Procurement policies
* Risk assessment
* ERP systems
* eSourcing systems
* eContract systems
* Microsoft Excel
* Microsoft Word
* Microsoft PowerPoint
* Procurement reporting
* Stakeholder management
* Commercial decision-making
Why Join Us
This position offers broad exposure to procurement operations within Dubai\'s luxury hospitality market, where sourcing decisions have a direct effect on service quality, operating efficiency, supplier performance, and guest experience. The role provides the opportunity to work across a diverse range of goods and service categories while developing stronger commercial, contract, and supplier management expertise.
The position includes a competitive tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams, food and beverage privileges, discounted rates across participating Kerzner properties, comprehensive health insurance including dental coverage, annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive programme, and colleague wellness initiatives. Structured training, internal mobility, and career development opportunities also support long-term progression within an international hospitality group.
About the Company
Atlantis Resorts operates two landmark luxury destinations in Dubai: Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. As part of Kerzner International, the organization combines large-scale resort operations, premium dining, entertainment, wellness, and guest services, supported by extensive procurement and back-of-house functions that help maintain consistent service standards across both properties.
