Manager, Terminal Procurement

Hapag-Lloyd AG

Procurement Manager executing procurement strategies across terminal and port services in the Middle East. Focusing on commercial acumen, supplier innovation, and sustainable sourcing outcomes.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDubai • 🇦🇪 United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement procurement strategies and playbooks for terminal and port services, leveraging supplier market intelligence and scenario planning to anticipate risks and opportunities.
Translate market insights into actionable strategies that support regional and global objectives.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing data-backed recommendations to guide sourcing and supplier decisions.
Build and manage long-term supplier relationships with a focus on cost efficiency, service excellence, and joint value creation.
Lead competitive supplier selection based on total cost of ownership (TCO), quality, and sustainability.
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and structured review processes to ensure consistent delivery of service and quality standards.
Embed ESG and sustainability principles into supplier evaluation and selection.
Lead tenders, negotiations, and contract management, ensuring compliance with procurement governance and alignment with business requirements.
Deliver measurable cost reduction and service quality improvements, supported by robust financial analysis and reporting.
Ensure contract compliance and mitigate risks through effective governance and escalation management.
Use advanced analytics and data-driven insights to identify opportunities, optimize sourcing decisions, and track savings performance.
Provide accurate forecasts, budgets, and cost reporting to regional and global leadership.
Drive continuous improvement in procurement systems, processes, and reporting transparency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, APICS, or equivalent) are an advantage.
6–10 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably in shipping, ports, terminals, or logistics.
Demonstrated experience in category management, supplier performance management, and contract negotiations at regional or global level.
Strong knowledge of total cost of ownership (TCO), procurement best practices, and category strategy development.
Proven ability to use analytics, data modelling, and market intelligence tools to support decision-making.
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, or similar) and advanced Excel/BI tools for reporting and analysis.
Familiarity with ESG frameworks and ability to embed sustainability into sourcing decisions.
Solid understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in a procurement context.
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate market dynamics and apply scenario planning to sourcing strategies.
Strong negotiator with a track record of achieving cost savings while maintaining service quality.
Influential communicator capable of engaging and aligning senior stakeholders across regions and functions.
Analytical and data-driven, able to convert complex data into clear business insights and recommendations.
Resilient and adaptable, with ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and complex supplier landscapes.
Collaborative and relationship-oriented, fostering strong supplier partnerships and internal cross-functional alignment.
High integrity and strong governance mindset, ensuring compliance with policies and ethical sourcing practices.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Develop and implement procurement strategies and playbooks for terminal and port services, leveraging supplier market intelligence and scenario planning to anticipate risks and opportunities.
Translate market insights into actionable strategies that support regional and global objectives.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing data-backed recommendations to guide sourcing and supplier decisions.
Build and manage long-term supplier relationships with a focus on cost efficiency, service excellence, and joint value creation.
Lead competitive supplier selection based on total cost of ownership (TCO), quality, and sustainability.
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and structured review processes to ensure consistent delivery of service and quality standards.
Embed ESG and sustainability principles into supplier evaluation and selection.
Lead tenders, negotiations, and contract management, ensuring compliance with procurement governance and alignment with business requirements.
Deliver measurable cost reduction and service quality improvements, supported by robust financial analysis and reporting.
Ensure contract compliance and mitigate risks through effective governance and escalation management.
Use advanced analytics and data-driven insights to identify opportunities, optimize sourcing decisions, and track savings performance.
Provide accurate forecasts, budgets, and cost reporting to regional and global leadership.
Drive continuous improvement in procurement systems, processes, and reporting transparency. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, APICS, or equivalent) are an advantage.
6–10 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably in shipping, ports, terminals, or logistics.
Demonstrated experience in category management, supplier performance management, and contract negotiations at regional or global level.
Strong knowledge of total cost of ownership (TCO), procurement best practices, and category strategy development.
Proven ability to use analytics, data modelling, and market intelligence tools to support decision-making.
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, or similar) and advanced Excel/BI tools for reporting and analysis.
Familiarity with ESG frameworks and ability to embed sustainability into sourcing decisions.
Solid understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in a procurement context.
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate market dynamics and apply scenario planning to sourcing strategies.
Strong negotiator with a track record of achieving cost savings while maintaining service quality.
Influential communicator capable of engaging and aligning senior stakeholders across regions and functions.
Analytical and data-driven, able to convert complex data into clear business insights and recommendations.
Resilient and adaptable, with ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and complex supplier landscapes.
Collaborative and relationship-oriented, fostering strong supplier partnerships and internal cross-functional alignment.
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Hard Skills & Tools

Category ManagementFinancial ReportingBudgetingForecastingData Modelling

Soft Skills

Influential CommunicationStrategic ThinkingCollaborationResilienceAdaptability

Certifications

CIPSCPSMAPICS