Strategic Buyer - Agriculture - Full-time Ain Al Faydah, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Posted 2026-07-01 š Job Title: Strategic Buyer - Agriculture - Full-timeš Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emiratesš Employment type: Full-timeš Environment: Agriculture Environment About the Role We are searching on behalf of our client for this role. This position is not with OVI.Join our client as a Strategic Buyer, where you will play a crucial role in developing and executing strategic sourcing and procurement strategies within the agriculture industry. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sourcing and procurement strategies. Manage supplier identification, qualification, negotiations, and contract administration. Lead Material Resource Planning (MRP) activities to ensure uninterrupted material availability. Coordinate procurement requirements with Production, Operations, Logistics, and Finance teams. Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock while minimizing carrying costs. Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and procurement costs. Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality and service. Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, spare parts, and indirect purchases. Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and KPI dashboards. Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and governance standards. Your Profile Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Science in Information Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, and Material Resource Planning. Proven experience within FMCG and Poultry Industry is essential. Strong knowledge of ERP systems, MRP planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes. Advanced negotiation and supplier relationship management skills. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving capabilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. What's Offered Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry. Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams. Professional development and growth opportunities. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a seasoned procurement professional with a strong background in strategic sourcing and material resource planning. You have a proven track record in the FMCG and Poultry Industry, with excellent negotiation and analytical skills. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to the success of our client's procurement operations. When you apply to this role, AI may be used to help analyse and format your information so the hiring team can review it more easily. Frequently asked questionsHow do I apply for the Strategic Buyer - Agriculture - Full-time role?You can apply directly on this page ā submit your CV and contact details through the application form, no account required.