Job Title Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Job Description:
Air Arabia Group is looking for a Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist to deliver strategic sourcing, contract management, and procurement excellence across various departments. You will be responsible for securing best-in-class suppliers, negotiating competitive agreements, managing contracts, and driving value across operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

This is a highly dynamic role, requiring strong procurement expertise, legal awareness, vendor management skills, and a collaborative mindset to meet the Group’s evolving business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

• Lead procurement strategies that ensure cost optimization and quality assurance.

• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to establish long-term partnerships.

• Ensure procurement processes align with internal business goals and industry best practices.

• Maintain updated knowledge of market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging opportunities.

Vendor & Supplier Management:

• Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent supply, cost-effectiveness, and performance.

• Implement supplier onboarding procedures and maintain accurate supplier records.

• Coordinate with vendors for timely delivery, issue resolution, and continuous improvements.

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor contracts, agreements, and SLAs ensuring risk mitigation and compliance.

• Act as a liaison between internal departments and vendors for all contract-related matters.

• Manage contract lifecycle activities including renewals, extensions, amendments, and closeouts.

• Ensure accurate documentation and secure recordkeeping of all contractual files.

Financial Oversight & Reporting:

• Conduct spend analysis and provide management with reports highlighting trends, discrepancies, and opportunities.

• Coordinate with finance to ensure timely payments and resolve invoice discrepancies.

• Monitor cost-saving initiatives and supplier performance KPIs.

ERP & Systems Optimization:

• Serve as a super user for procurement systems, driving digitization and reducing manual processes.

• Train users on system functionality and ensure consistent adoption across the team.

Team Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor procurement team members, fostering a results-driven culture.

• Ensure team deliverables align with the company’s strategic sourcing goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Supply Chain, or related field; MCIPS preferred.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level).

• Strong reporting, documentation, and organizational abilities.

• Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus).

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in procurement, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Proven experience in managing vendor relationships and technical/service-oriented contracts.

• Experience working in fast-paced sectors such as aviation, ecommerce, or FMCG is a plus.

• Strong ERP/system knowledge and financial transaction handling capabilities.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve conflicts, and deliver under pressure.