Senior Procurement Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations for large-scale hotel, hospitality, and high-rise building projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing procurement strategies, sourcing specialized materials and subcontractors, negotiating complex contracts, and supporting the successful delivery of premium construction developments within budget and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for hotel, hospitality, and high-rise construction projects.
• Manage the procurement lifecycle for construction materials, FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), MEP systems, finishing packages, and subcontractor services.
• Source and evaluate local and international suppliers for luxury hotel and tower developments.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract awards to achieve optimal value and project outcomes.
• Coordinate closely with project directors, construction teams, consultants, and design managers to ensure timely procurement delivery.
• Monitor procurement schedules to support critical project milestones.
• Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships to improve quality, cost efficiency, and delivery performance.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking for construction materials and specialized hospitality packages.
• Manage procurement risks and develop mitigation plans for supply chain challenges.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare procurement reports, cost-saving initiatives, and executive-level presentations.
• Lead and mentor procurement teams across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (preferred disciplines include Construction Management or Engineering-related studies
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent are preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of procurement experience within the construction industry.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior procurement leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering procurement packages for luxury hotels, hospitality developments, and high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use towers.

Required Skills

• Extensive experience in procurement for hotel and high-rise construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of FF&E procurement and hospitality fit-out packages.
• Expertise in sourcing MEP, structural, façade, and finishing materials.
• Contract negotiation and commercial management.
• Strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Cost control, budgeting, and value engineering.
• Procurement planning and supply chain optimization.
• Leadership and stakeholder management.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on luxury hotel brands and internationally recognized hospitality projects.
• GCC/Middle East construction market experience.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and major project procurement practices.
• International sourcing and global supply chain management experience.
• Strong network of suppliers and subcontractors within the hospitality and high-rise construction sectors.
• Experience managing procurement for projects exceeding USD 100 million.