Senior Associate – Strategic Sourcing

Responsibilities

• Support management in the preparation of recommended bidder lists for all Aldar Properties projects.
• Maintain records of newly added contractors and consultants.
• Coordinate with the supplier management team regarding new registration requests.
• Manage and assist in the preparation and administration of tender packages related to Prime Cost and Provisional Sums.
• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding of new contractors/consultants, including gathering documentation, arranging site visits, and preparing assessment reports.
• Track bidder list activities and provide transparency and reporting.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure timely registration and activation of vendors.
• Apply effective vendor management practices with a strong understanding of the UAE contractor and consultant market.
• Initiate and support procurement processes by developing detailed tender documentation.
• Manage the full tender cycle including issuance, addendums, and clarifications via the Aldar Tendering Portal.
• Evaluate tenders, prepare comparisons, and support follow-up investigations.
• Organize and conduct meetings with vendors for clarifications and negotiations.
• Ensure internal approval workflows and timely handover of tender documents to stakeholders.
• Ensure procurement activities are compliant with company policies and project timelines.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in procurement, tendering, or quantity surveying.
• Experience with large-scale real estate developers, consultants, or contractors in the UAE.
• Strong proficiency in vendor onboarding and management in the UAE market.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Power BI for data tracking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of contract procurement workflows, policies, and documentation.
• Organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Estimation and negotiation skills for building and infrastructure projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Familiarity with procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba and Oracle.

Benefits

• To be discussed during interview process.

About the Company

Aldar Properties PJSC is a leading real estate developer in Abu Dhabi, recognized for delivering iconic developments and shaping outstanding communities within the UAE. The company focuses on innovation, sustainability, and excellence in all aspects of property development and management.