Job description

The Procurement Officer – Hard & Soft FM (Facilities Management) at DP World in Dubai develops and executes sourcing strategies for Hard & Soft FM categories including MEP maintenance, HVAC, lifts, building fabric, utilities, cleaning, waste management, and landscaping; manages the entire procurement lifecycle for RFQ’s and Tenders from requisition to delivery encompassing document preparation, vendor communication, bid evaluation, and recommendation; leads commercial negotiations with suppliers and service providers to secure optimal pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements (SLAs); ensures all procured items meet We One’s stringent quality standards and ISO compliance requirements; builds and maintains strong relationships with key suppliers and conducts regular business reviews to ensure performance, quality, and compliance; collaborates closely with FM Operations and Project teams to understand requirements, forecast demand, and ensure seamless service delivery; continuously monitors market trends, conducts cost analysis, and identifies opportunities for cost savings and process improvements; ensures all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and relevant UAE regulatory requirements; resolves issues related to purchase orders, invoices, deliveries, and supplier non-conformance in a timely manner; maintains accurate records of purchase orders and supplier data within the procurement system; supports the evaluation of existing supplier performance and the onboarding of new vendors ensuring completion of all pre-qualification and compliance checks; and provides regular reporting on procurement KPIs, savings initiatives, and category performance to management.