Assistant Procurement Manager

Grow with Agthia – For the BetterAgthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint. We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of region’s largest holding companies.Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets. With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in the industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide.Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference. With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.”Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverage but also making a meaningful impact on the world. Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'Position SummaryThe Assistant Procurement Manager will play a key role in driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and long-term sourcing strategies across assigned categories. This position is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process—from supplier identification and negotiation to contract management and performance monitoring—while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, sustainability goals, and total cost of ownership (TCO) principles.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing & Category ManagementDevelop and implement category strategies aligned with business needs, market trends, and sustainability objectivesConduct comprehensive spend analysis, supply market research, and benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunitiesLead RFQs, RFPs, and tenders, ensuring fair competition and adherence to company procurement policiesEstablish long-term supplier partnerships to drive innovation, value creation, and supply assuranceSupplier Relationship ManagementEvaluate and select suppliers based on capability, quality, cost, and delivery performanceNegotiate commercial terms and long-term contracts to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure continuity of supplyImplement supplier scorecards and conduct regular performance reviews to drive continuous improvementFinancial & Risk ManagementDeliver measurable savings through strategic negotiations, cost breakdown analysis, and value engineering initiativesMonitor commodity price trends, exchange rates, and logistics costs to inform sourcing decisionsIdentify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and compliance with internal controlsCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Operations, Quality, R&D, and Finance teams to align procurement plans with operational goalsSupport new product development (NPD) projects by sourcing materials that meet technical and sustainability requirementsParticipate in cross-functional cost-reduction and process-improvement initiativesQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, preferably in FMCG / Manufacturing / Packaging / Food & BeverageStrong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder-management skillsDemonstrated experience in category management, supplier development, and cost optimizationProficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel