Procurement Manager – LV Switchgear

Procurement Manager – LV Switchgear & Automation

Location: UAE

Job Purpose

The Procurement Manager is responsible for
strategic and operational procurement
of materials, components, and services required for
LV switchgear and automation manufacturing
, ensuring
cost competitiveness, quality compliance, and on-time delivery
in line with
project schedules and production plans
. The role includes support various
infrastructure, utility and oil & gas projects (ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO)
while ensuring compliance with approved vendor requirements, technical standards, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement
  procurement strategies
  aligned with production plans and project requirements.
• Convert material planning outputs and BOMs into
  optimized sourcing and purchasing plans
  .
• Ensure availability of
  critical long-lead items
  (breakers, MCCBs, ACBs, relays, PLCs, enclosures, copper, busbars, cables).

Supplier Management & Development

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage
  approved and strategic suppliers
  for LV switchgear components.
• Maintain supplier compliance with
  ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO
  , and ISO requirements.
• Conduct
  supplier performance reviews
  covering quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and technical capability.
• Lead supplier negotiations on
  pricing, lead times, payment terms, and framework agreements
  .
• Develop
  alternate and local sourcing strategies
  to mitigate supply chain risks.

Project & Production Support

• Collaborate closely with
  material planning, production, engineering, QA/QC, and project teams
  to ensure procurement aligns with project milestones.
• Prioritize procurement activities for
  critical and fast-track projects
  .
• Support
  engineering substitutions and BOM changes
  , ensuring technical compliance and approvals.

Cost Control & Commercial Excellence

• Drive
  cost reduction initiatives
  through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and long-term agreements.
• Prepare and manage
  procurement budgets
  , cost tracking, and savings reports.
• Analyze market trends, commodity prices (copper, steel), and supply risks impacting LV switchgear manufacturing.

ERP & Process Management (SAP MM)

• Oversee procurement operations using
  SAP MM
  , including:
• Purchase requisitions & purchase orders
• Vendor master and material master governance
• Goods receipt and invoice reconciliation
• Monitor
  open PO status, lead times, delivery performance
  , and inventory exposure.
• Improve procurement workflows, controls, and reporting accuracy.

Compliance, Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure procurement activities comply with
  company policies, utility standards, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and HSE requirements
  .
• Coordinate with QA/QC for
  incoming material inspections, vendor audits, and NCR resolutions
  .
• Identify and mitigate
  supply chain risks
  related to single sourcing, geopolitical issues, or capacity constraints.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor the
  procurement and expediting team
  , ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in
  Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering
  .
• Professional certifications (CIPS, CPM, CSCP) are an advantage.

Experience

• 7-8 years
  of procurement experience in
  LV switchgear, electrical panels, automation, or EPC/manufacturing environment
  .
• Proven experience handling
  utility and oil & gas clients
  (ADNOC, DEWA, Etihad WE, TRANSCO or similar).
• Strong exposure to
  SAP MM
  in a manufacturing environment.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of
  LV switchgear components and specifications
  .
• Understanding of
  BOM structures, production planning, and project-based manufacturing
  .
• Expertise in
  supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization
  .
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and compliance documents.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with
  approved vendor environments
  and strict client audits.
• Familiarity with
  local UAE suppliers and global OEMs
  (Schneider, ABB, Siemens, Eaton, LS, etc.).
• Knowledge of
  lean procurement and supply chain best practices
  .