Sourcing Manager - Procurement and Category Strategy

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Job Title
Sourcing Manager - Procurement and Category Strategy Abu Dhabi
Job Description
Sourcing Manager - Procurement and Category Strategy Abu Dhabi

Position Overview
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE s largest financial institution, is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead category-specific procurement strategies and initiatives. Based in Abu Dhabi, this role is ideal for experienced procurement professionals skilled in category management, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management. The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for driving commercial value, reducing risk, and ensuring sourcing aligns with FAB s corporate strategy.

Job Details
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Banking
Function: Purchasing / Procurement
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview
As Sourcing Manager, you will take charge of sourcing strategies for your assigned category, developing long-term procurement plans that balance cost efficiency with service quality. You will work closely with business units, category managers, and leadership teams to align sourcing with FAB s broader goals while delivering measurable commercial and strategic outcomes.

What You ll Do

* Lead procurement strategy development and execution for assigned category
* Oversee supplier selection, negotiations, and contract finalization in collaboration with legal and stakeholders
* Drive cost optimization, value creation, and risk mitigation across category spend
* Engage business stakeholders to align procurement goals with FAB s strategic priorities
* Build annual sourcing plans through spend analysis, market research, and demand forecasting
* Promote sourcing governance, compliance, and efficiency across operations
* Represent sourcing in major cross-functional initiatives and transformation projects
* Monitor sourcing performance metrics, savings realization, and contract compliance
* Facilitate benchmarking, knowledge sharing, and supplier innovation programs

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree required; Arabic language skills a plus
* 2 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, with ownership of portfolios worth USD 10 30 million
* Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract drafting skills
* Experience aligning sourcing plans with business strategy and KPIs
* Ability to operate in a matrixed organization and manage cross-functional teams
* High comfort level with complex stakeholder environments and executive engagement
* Proactive mindset, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability
* Clear, persuasive communicator and collaborative team player