Job Title: Procurement Director
Location: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Employment Type: Permanent

Description:
A leading organisation is seeking a seasoned Procurement Director to lead and optimise procurement strategies across a diverse portfolio of materials and services. This is a senior leadership role focused on strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost optimisation, and alignment with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement function and manage the sourcing team

• Develop and implement strategies for materials and services procurement

• Monitor market trends and pricing to inform decisions

• Improve supplier performance using metrics and evaluation processes

• Deliver operational efficiencies and working capital targets

• Align procurement plans with product and service innovation launches

• Standardise procurement activities across all functions

• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and system development

• Oversee supplier rationalisation based on evolving business needs

• Lead cost reduction and value creation initiatives

• Manage Procure-to-Pay process strategies

• Provide executive-level procurement insights and guidance

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and leadership teams

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain or Logistics preferred

• Minimum 8 years of experience, including 5+ in a senior procurement leadership role

• Experience in the GCC region is an advantage

• Deep knowledge of procurement policies, sourcing, and negotiation strategies

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• High-level analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

• ERP proficiency; SAP experience preferred

• Proven track record of cost savings and procurement innovation