Procurement & Logistics Specialist – IT Sourcing
Job Description
Join Emirates and become part of a high-performing Procurement & Logistics team that drives operational excellence across a global aviation network. Our Procurement & Logistics group plays a strategic role in managing supplier partnerships, negotiating complex contracts, and delivering measurable cost efficiencies across aircraft and general services.
This role focuses specifically on IT procurement — including software, hardware, system integration, managed services, and digital transformation initiatives. As a Procurement & Logistics Specialist, you will supervise and support a team of procurement professionals while ensuring best-in-class Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices.
If you are commercially astute, skilled in negotiations, and experienced in managing high-value contracts, this is your opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions within one of the world’s most respected airlines.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise sourcing, pre-qualification, and evaluation of IT suppliers to ensure best-fit service and product solutions
Lead complex commercial negotiations to secure optimal contractual and operational outcomes
Manage supplier compliance with contract terms and monitor Emirates’ commitments under agreements
Maintain and control the contract library, ensuring accurate documentation and record retention
Develop and issue tender documents in collaboration with Legal, Finance, Insurance, and User Departments
Analyse and authorise supply orders up to AED 10,000; prepare recommendations for higher-value contracts
Mitigate commercial risks across procurement activities and supplier portfolios
Support implementation of procurement strategies to achieve lowest total cost of ownership
Conduct feasibility studies to optimise internal and external resource utilisation
Implement CRM/SRM initiatives to enhance supplier partnerships and customer satisfaction
Generate and review procurement performance reports and KPIs to drive operational efficiency
Coordinate cross-functional reviews to resolve contractual issues and prevent service disruptions
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration (MBA preferred)
Minimum 3+ years of procurement experience (non-aircraft category), preferably in IT sourcing
Strong experience in supplier sourcing, evaluation, and contract negotiation
Exposure to supervising major capital acquisitions and service contract tenders
Excellent influencing, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
Knowledge of procurement best practices and total cost of ownership methodologies
Professional certifications preferred (MCIPS, CIPS, CPP, CPSM, CSMP, IPSCMI or equivalent)
Strong analytical mindset with risk assessment capabilities
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-value negotiations
Benefits
Competitive tax-free salary, reviewed annually
39 calendar days annual leave plus public holidays
Comprehensive relocation package (flights, shipping, optional hotel stay on arrival)
Annual return flight ticket to home country
Private medical insurance
Exclusive staff discounts on Emirates and partner airline tickets
Travel benefits for friends and family
Education Support Allowance for children (Dubai or overseas)
Structured mentoring, career development, and growth programs
Dynamic multicultural work environment in Dubai