Majid Al Futtaim Global Solutions invites you to join us in our quest to create great moments for everyone, everyday! We are the leading shopping mall, residential communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, serving over 560 million visitors a year. For the past two decades, we have shaped the consumer landscape across the region, transforming the way people shop, live and play, while maintaining a strong sustainability track record and the largest mall in the world to attain LEED Gold EBOM Certification. We have over 45,000 team members in 17 international markets representing over 100 nationalities – all keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do. If you enjoy being BOLD, PASSIONATE and TOGETHER, then Majid Al Futtaim is the destination for you.
BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 43,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie & Fitch, & Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.
JOB TITLE
Category Associate Manager | MAF Global Solutions | Procurement
ROLE SUMMARY
This role will be responsible for delivering and executing strategic sourcing and other procurement processes, supporting all operating countries and all Majid Al Futtaim Operating Copmanies. The role will need to help in collaborating with stakeholders, Category Manager and Category Leads on the development and implementation of category strategies and plans to achieve goals and objectives and will be accountable for driving improved and sustainable category value.
ROLE PROFILE
- Responsible for the implementation of sourcing strategies on a project level in compliance with the legal, internal policies, good practices and business goals
- Responsible for managing sourcing activities for new project development and achieving agreed milestones and key development timelines
- Providing on-going oversight of cost reduction based on technical and commercial intelligence improving the cost
- Meeting or exceeding annual sourcing goals and savings targets for the Majid Al Futtaim spend
- Managing price negotiation and finalization for commercial supply agreements / contracts and letters of intent in close alignment with procurement services
- Mapping, analyzing and interpreting data on current spend patterns, identifying cost drivers and opportunities
- Analyze supplier offers and quantify total costs of ownership (TCO)
- Developing and managing supplier relationships including supplier performance
- Actively participating in improvement of procurement processes and governance
- Regular reporting of sourcing/negotiation strategies and outcome, sourcing recommendation and benefits.
- Communication of progress and outcomes of category strategies and sourcing initiatives to the Group Category Lead and Category Manager
- Manage and interact with internal business clients regularly on execution of sourcing initiatives
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 5-6 years’ experience in contracting or category management, with 1 years’ experience in a relevant leading role.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or in a related field, based on the categories managed and a professional Procurement qualification (e.g. MCIPS) would be a Plus
- Working in international/ multinational organization , with a regional footprint.
- Understanding of best-in-class procurement processes, systems and practices
- Customer focused and takes time to understand the needs of the business partnering, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ideal candidate should have experience with SAP Ariba,SAP Hana ,Coupa Microsoft AX, Oracle, eRFx
WHAT WE OFFER
- At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
- Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
- Work with over 50,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.