Specialist - Procurement & Contracts Business Partner

About the Role

Are you passionate about strategic procurement, contract management, and driving value through strong supplier partnerships?

Dubai Media is looking for a Specialist – Procurement & Contracts Business Partner to join our Contracts & Procurement team within Corporate Support.

In this role, you will act as a trusted procurement partner to business units across the organization, helping translate business requirements into effective procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contracts deliver value, compliance, and operational excellence.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and government entities to support procurement initiatives, optimize processes, mitigate risks, and contribute to Dubai Media's long-term business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Partner with departments across the organization to understand procurement needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Support the implementation of procurement initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Contribute to supplier negotiations and contract finalization to secure favorable commercial terms.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and vendor performance to support informed decision-making.
• Identify procurement risks and provide recommendations to mitigate commercial and operational exposure.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Monitor demand forecasts, inventory requirements, and procurement plans where applicable.
• Maintain contract records, key milestones, renewal dates, and supplier documentation.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, ensuring all obligations and deliverables are fulfilled.
• Support the drafting and review of contracts to minimize risk and protect organizational interests.
• Develop reports, insights, and recommendations to support procurement and business decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and key stakeholders.