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Associate - Category Sourcing Business Services.Global Sourcing and Supply Chain

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-24 Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates Full-time Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics

Company shared salary

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Market rate

AED 9,000–AED 15,000/mo (AED 108,000–AED 180,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job As a member of Business Services domain squad, Associate Category Sourcing will be responsible for consolidation of RFx demand for end-to-end execution of RfX within the guardrails defined by the Strategic Procurement team, with respect to goods / services package, RfX type and approach, business requirements, list of suppliers, etc. In collaboration with the Strategic Procurement team and Business, the Associate will negotiate with the shortlisted non - strategic suppliers, evaluate RFx responses and assist in providing recommendation for awarding the contract to the selected suppliers. Further the associate will also work closely with Strategic Procurement team and assist them on various activities and inputs with respect to strategic procurement. As a member of Category Sourcing Chapter, the associate will support in identifying best practices and share expertise & deep knowledge with other chapter members Job Outcomes / Results Achieve category squad outcomes Consolidate and prepare the sourcing calendar Generate effective cost savings through supplier negotiations Develop RFx, tender and bid templates Translate business requirements to RFx scope documents Evaluate RFx responses Ensure compliance of the selection process Project Manage the RFx process as per defined timelines Improve service delivery and TAT Achieve sustainable procurement targets Provide faster and efficient stakeholder support Effective query /

Requirements

  • ● Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / or equivalent degree
  • ● Post graduate degree in Supply Chain Management and /or equivalent professional qualification (Preferred)
  • ● years relevant working experience
  • ● years' experience in either as a purchasing officer/ purchasing agent/category buyer and/or similar procurement related role
  • ● Proper understanding of the business services vendors and pricing strategies prevalent in the market.
  • ● Understanding of emerging telecom/ supply chain practices and trends
  • ● Industry / Certifications (Advantageous):
  • ● Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
  • ● Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification
  • ● Values (Our Culture)
  • ● We at MTN are a purpose and value-led organization. At MTN, we believe that understanding our people's needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, everyday. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y'ello Family is heard, understood and empowered to live an inspired life.
  • ● Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.
  • ● As an organization, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us
  • ● Our commitments go beyond an organizational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realize our shared goals.
  • ● Our Live Y'ello values:
  • ● Lead with Care
  • ● Can-do with Integrity
  • ● Collaborate with Agility
  • ● Serve with Respect
  • ● Act with Inclusion