IT Procurement Specialist (System Integration & Distribution) - UAE DALIL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated IT Procurement Specialist to manage the end-to-end acquisition of technology solutions for complex projects. This role requires a professional with a deep background in the UAE System Integration (SI) or Distribution landscape. You will be responsible for sourcing high-value hardware, software, and cloud services while acting as a vital link between Sales, Presales, and global vendors. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Sourcing: Manage the full RFI/RFQ/RFP cycle for IT infrastructure projects, including servers, storage, networking, and security solutions.

• BOQ Validation: Collaborate with Presales teams to validate technical Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and ensure commercial alignment with project requirements.

• Vendor Management: Maintain and build strong relationships with major IT distributors (e.g., Ingram Micro, Redington) and OEMs (e.g., Cisco, Dell, Microsoft).

• Contract Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiations to secure favourable pricing, credit terms, and service level agreements (SLAs).

• Renewals & Licensing: Manage software subscriptions, enterprise license agreements (ELAs), and annual maintenance contracts (AMC).

• Supply Chain Coordination: Track orders from PO issuance to final site delivery, coordinating with logistics for customs clearance and warehouse intake.

• Cost Management: Drive cost-saving initiatives and value engineering to optimize project margins.