Talentmate
United Arab Emirates
7th August 2025
2508-4110-7
Job Title:
Sr. Manager / AGM
Procurement – Retail Pharma & E-commerce
Location: Dubai
About the Company:
Life Pharmacy is the
UAE's largest and fastest-growing pharmacy and healthcare retailer, with over
500 outlets across the country. Established in 1996, the company began with a
single store and has since expanded to include pharmacies, healthcare hypermarkets,
and wellness centers, serving more than 20 million customers annually.
Position Summary:
The Senior Procurement
Manager / GM Procurement will lead and oversee the end-to-end procurement
strategy and operations for our retail pharmaceutical business, with a strong
emphasis on partnerships and supply chain operations involving e-commerce
platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in vendor
negotiations, supplier management, cost optimization, and category management,
specifically in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
A. Strategic
Procurement & Vendor Management
* Develop and implement
procurement strategies aligned with the company’s growth plans in retail pharma
and e-commerce channels.
* Manage procurement
activities for pharmaceutical products, healthcare supplies, and related
categories ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
* Establish and maintain
strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders, including
e-commerce platforms (Noon, Amazon, Watsons).
* Lead vendor
selection, qualification, and onboarding processes tailored for retail and
e-commerce requirements.
B. Category
& Spend Management
* Manage procurement
spend across multiple categories, focusing on cost efficiency and value
creation.
* Conduct market
analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify new sourcing opportunities and
mitigate risks.
* Collaborate with
category managers, marketing, and supply chain teams to forecast demand and
optimize inventory.
C. E-commerce
& Retail Operations Interface
* Work closely with
e-commerce teams to understand platform-specific procurement needs and customer
expectations.
* Coordinate product
listings, inventory availability, pricing updates, and promotional procurement
activities aligned with platform strategies.
D. Team
Leadership & Process Optimization
* Lead and mentor the
procurement team to enhance their skills in negotiation, vendor management, and
category strategy.
* Implement procurement
best practices, digital tools, and automated systems to streamline operations
and improve efficiency.
Qualifications &
Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in
Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, or related field.
MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
* Minimum 8-12 years of
progressive experience in procurement, preferably within retail pharmaceutical
and/or healthcare sectors.
* Proven experience working with e-commerce platforms such as Noon, Amazon, Watsons, or similar, specifically in procurement, vendor negotiations, and supplier management.
* Experience in handling
product ranges in Beauty, Skin care, Personal care, Nutrition and wellness etc
most preferred.
* Strong understanding
of retail procurement dynamics, pharma regulatory compliance, and e-commerce
business models.
* Demonstrated success
in contract negotiation, vendor management, and procurement strategy
formulation.
* Proficient in
procurement software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools.
Role Level: | Senior-Level | Work Type: | Full-Time |
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Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
Company Website: | http://www.life-me.com/ | Job Function: | Procurement & Vendor Management |
Company Industry/ Sector: |
Retail & Wholesale |
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