Job Opportunity: Procurement (Contract Specialist) 
3-Month Contract (Extendable)
Location: Jebel Ali, Dubai (Government Company – Leading Metals Group)
Salary: AED 6,000 – AED 7,000 per month
Contract Type: 3 months (extendable based on performance)
Visa Status: Own visa candidates preferred
Benefits: Company-provided transport from metro, office meals included

Join a prestigious government-owned metals group in Jebel Ali, Dubai, known for delivering high-quality copper and aluminium industrial products and turnkey high-voltage cable system solutions. The company also includes AEI, one of the world’s most respected cable suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:1. Post-Award Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including vendor, client, and subcontractor agreements.
• Ensure legal compliance and internal policy alignment.
• Identify contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Manage contract amendments, extensions, and terminations.

2. Sourcing, Contract Negotiation & Drafting

• Lead negotiations for complex and high-value contracts.
• Develop ITT (Invitation to Tender) documentation and execute sourcing strategies.
• Expand the approved supplier base and eliminate single-source dependencies.
• Ensure competitive pricing and market value alignment.

3. Contract Administration

• Monitor performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Track deliverables and milestones; address conflicts and disputes.
• Maintain organized contract documentation and records.

4. Compliance & Risk Management

• Stay informed on laws and regulations relevant to contracts.
• Apply risk mitigation strategies and ensure ethical practices.
• Enforce compliance with legal and policy standards.

5. Cost Management

• Monitor contract-related expenses and ensure budget control.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize contract value.

6. Communication & Collaboration

• Coordinate with legal, procurement, and project teams.
• Clearly communicate contract terms to stakeholders and teams.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare reports, summaries, and compliance records.
• Analyze performance and suggest process improvements.

Scope & Financial Overview:

This role involves managing contracts across high-spend and complex procurement categories, including:

• Raw Materials (AED 400M/year) – High spend, lower SKU/vendor complexity.
• Packaging, Spare Parts & Maintenance (AED 100M/year) – Medium spend, high vendor complexity.
• Consumables, Capital Assets & Site Services (AED 100M/year) – Medium spend, large ticket size, medium complexity/risk.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in contract management, preferably in industrial or government sectors.
• Strong understanding of UAE contract laws and procurement regulations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with experience handling high-value, complex contracts.
• Immediate availability preferred.