Category Manager – Order & Logistics

About the role

Azizi Developments is seeking a Category Manager (Order & Logistics) to lead the procurement of civil and MEP building materials across international markets. The role combines strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and end‑to‑end logistics to ensure timely delivery and cost optimisation for large‑scale real‑estate projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead high‑value negotiations and evaluate global sourcing opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
• Manage the complete ordering process, from placement to tracking and delivery, aligned with project schedules.
• Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with international suppliers to guarantee quality and continuity.
• Oversee overseas procurement transactions, ensuring compliance with trade laws, customs and internal policies.
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering, finance, legal and project teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce lead times and achieve measurable cost savings.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in international sourcing, supplier negotiations and logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of contract negotiations, supplier relationship management and procurement best practices.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, finance, legal and project stakeholders.

Required skills

• Supplier negotiations
• Contract negotiations
• International sourcing
• Logistics operations
• Supplier relationship management
• Procurement
• Advanced research methodologies
• Procurement software