Procurement Executive – Media & Marketing Category Manager

About the role

The Procurement Executive will lead category and sourcing strategy for Media and Marketing spend within Al-Futtaim Group, managing an annual budget of over AED 100 million. You will partner with Marketing, Finance and Corporate Services to drive cost savings while ensuring compliance and supplier performance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and own end‑to‑end sourcing strategies for Media and Marketing categories, including RFI/RFP/RFQ processes.
• Manage high‑value supplier relationships and strategic contracts, applying risk‑management and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives and provide fact‑based recommendations.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of Procurement Executives, fostering negotiation expertise and category knowledge.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree required; postgraduate qualification or recognized procurement certification is a plus.
• 4‑5+ years of procurement, category management or strategic sourcing experience, preferably in Marketing or Advertising.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects, supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Experience in coaching or managing team members.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with e‑sourcing/ERP procurement systems.