SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Senior Project Buyer – Procurement for Industry Leader in Heavy Lifting and Transportation

Working at Dubai, UAE

We are seeking a Senior Project Buyer to join our procurement team. In this role, you will lead sourcing and contracting activities for complex and high-value projects or procurement categories. You will work closely with project teams and suppliers to deliver procurement outcomes aligned with project and category objectives in terms of cost, quality, delivery, risk, and ESG requirements.

This role operates with a high level of autonomy and requires the ability to manage complex procurement activities involving multiple stakeholders and supplier markets.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Strategic Sourcing & Contracting

Lead RFQs/RFPs and sourcing activities for complex project purchases and categories.
Evaluate supplier proposals across technical, commercial and ESG requirements.
Conduct negotiations and make supplier recommendations within delegated authority.
Ensure supplier selection aligns with procurement strategies and governance standards.
Finalize and manage purchase orders and framework agreements in ERP systems.

Contract & Supplier Management

Manage key supplier contracts and monitor supplier performance.
Maintain accurate contract records and supplier data.
Track contract milestones, renewals and compliance requirements.
Resolve supplier issues and escalate critical matters when necessary.

Procurement Compliance

Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, governance standards and legal requirements.
Maintain complete and auditable procurement documentation.
Support procurement audits and compliance checks.

Project Support & Analysis

Provide procurement insights and reporting to project stakeholders.
Analyze spend and supplier performance to identify cost optimization and risk mitigation opportunities.

Continuous Improvement

Contribute to improvements in procurement processes, tools and best practice.
Share knowledge and support development within the procurement team.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
5–7 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, preferably in a project-driven or technical environment.
Proven experience managing complex procurement activities and supplier negotiations.
Experience working with ERP / procurement systems (e.g., SAP).
Professional certification such as CIPS is considered an advantage.
Strong knowledge of source-to-contract procurement processes.
Advanced negotiation and supplier relationship management.
Stakeholder management across project teams and business units.
Contract management and procurement documentation.
Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple complex procurement activities simultaneously.
Strong communication skills in English.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

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Mammoth

Smarter Safer Stronger

Mammoet offers solutions for every heavy lifting or transport challenge. We strive for long-term relationships with our customers to understand the challenges within their markets. By working closely with our partners, we achieve the most efficient and cost-effective approach. Customers trust us to help them achieve feats once considered impossible. And we've often broken records in the process.

Some dream about a future that is Smarter, Safer and Stronger. We actually build it.

Mammoet is a leading global company. We lift, transport, install, and dismantle objects, from dormers to wind turbines and from bridge components to petrochemical columns. We do this in ports and construction, but also in the petrochemical, energy, and offshore sectors. We operate an impressive fleet of machinery.

Customers know we can deliver results that often seem impossible. That's because, through our extensive global experience, we've built up extensive technical expertise. We're known for the quality we deliver and the high safety standards we adhere to. We've made the impossible possible more than once.

We work hard with 7,000 like-minded colleagues. We're a proud club, and you can be a part of it. You're welcome. Together we make a difference!

Your career: always evolving

Our employees deliver the quality Mammoet is known for. That's why we're always working on their development, expanding their knowledge and skills in the field.

Moreover, there are always opportunities for growth. You'll need to bring motivation and ambition. We'll train you at our own Academy. You can, for example, train to become a crane operator. It's up to you. Management positions? If you're interested, there's a path. Close to home, but also internationally if you prefer.

Together we make the difference

At Mammoet, we work together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. We work hard with loyal colleagues. We're a team that strives to grow every day. If you want to make the impossible possible with us, you're welcome. Together, we make a difference!

“Some dream about a future that is Smarter, Safer and Stronger. We actually build it. ”