Khalifa Ahmed Al Marzooqi

Director of Supply Management

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Profile summary

Strategic and results-driven procurement executive with over 20 years of experience across government and corporate sectors. Demonstrated expertise in leading end-to-end procurement operations, supplier relationship management, and contract execution with a proven record of delivering significant savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation. Pioneer in procurement transformation, having led full-scale automation and introduced category management for the first time in the Abu Dhabi Government. Adept at developing compliance-aligned frameworks, performance-driven strategies, and cross-functional collaborations that elevate institutional capacity. Currently seeking to apply this expertise in senior leadership roles that shape procurement strategy, enhance public value, and drive national-level excellence.

Career highlights

Delivered AED 361M in savings: Achieved AED 361M in savings (2023–2024) through strategic negotiations, marking a 140% increase year-over-year.

Achieved Procurement Automation Milestone: Achieved 100% procurement automation, eliminating manual processes across all operations at DCT.

Raised Employee Engagement Score: Raised employee engagement to 83%, surpassing GCC norm (75%) and government benchmarks (68%) as per Korn Ferry, 2023.

Key skills

Skills
Strategic Procurement & LeadershipPublic sector procurement transformationStrategic sourcing & category managementContract negotiation & risk mitigationVendor qualification & performance monitoringCost optimization & financial oversightPolicy development & regulatory complianceGovernment tendering frameworksStrategic & Operational ExcellenceProcurement process automationKPI tracking & supply chain analyticsDigital procurement systems implementationCross-functional team leadershipInternal audit & corrective action planningChange management & stakeholder engagementAI & TechnologiesERP Systems – ADERP (Abu Dhabi ERP)Procurement Tools – CMS (“Contract Management System”), PCMS (Procurement Committee Management System)Service Hub Platform – Custom DCT system “Demand plan & scoping”Sustainability & ESG ProcurementSupply Chain Resilience PlanningAdvanced Data Analytics & Visualization (Power BI, Tableau)Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in ProcurementBlockchain Applications in Supply Chain

Professional experience

Director of Supply ManagementSep 2022 - Present
Department of Culture & Tourism, Abu Dhabi, UAE | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Lead all procurement functions for a multi-billion-dirham portfolio. Introduced automation, negotiated high-impact contracts, and positioned DCT as a top-performing entity in Abu Dhabi Government's procurement rankings.

Procurement & Contracts ManagerJun 2019 - Sep 2022
Louvre Abu Dhabi (DCT) | Abu Dhabi

Oversaw procurement and contracts for one of the UAE’s most iconic cultural district. Implemented strategic sourcing frameworks and led digital transformation of tendering processes.

Warehouse Section ManagerFeb 2019 - Jun 2019
Abu Dhabi Farmers Services Centre | Abu Dhabi

Managed warehouse operations and aligned procurement with supply chain logistics. Supported e-procurement transition and supplier coordination.

Procurement & Contracts Section ManagerJun 2013 - Feb 2019
Abu Dhabi Farmers Services Centre | Abu Dhabi

Led Section through major reforms, including digitization, compliance with Law No. 6 of 2008, and vendor performance systems. Improved internal and external satisfaction metrics and reduced audit findings.

Senior Procurement OfficerJun 2012 - May 2013
Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management (ADMM), Yas Marina Circuit | Abu Dhabi

Handled procurement operations for high-profile international events. Ensured quality and cost alignment across rapid turnaround purchasing.

Procurement OfficerAug 2010 - Jun 2012
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) | Abu Dhabi

Supported ISO certification and implemented internal SLAs. Aligned Procurement and contract processes with Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award standards.

Purchasing OfficerJul 2009 - Jul 2010
Department of Economic Development

Handled day to day procurement operations, vendor engagement, procurement planning, and ensure policy compliance in a public sector context.

Chief AdministratorJun 2004 - Jul 2009
Abu Dhabi Police GHQ

Oversaw administrative coordination, and project support. Recognized for outstanding performance and dedication.

Education

Master's, Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentJan 2019 - Present
Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), UAE

Distinction with Honors

Bachelor's Degree, Business Management (Quality Management)Jan 2010 - Present
Higher Colleges of Technology (ADMC), UAE

Distinction with Honors

Higher Diploma, Business & Management (Accounting)Jan 2009 - Present
Higher Colleges of Technology (ADMC), UAE

with Distinction

Certifications

MCIPSChartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
Certified International Procurement AuditorInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, USA
Certified International Professional TrainerAmerican Certification Institute, USA
Diploma in Leadership and Management (ILM)Institute of Leadership & Management, UK
Certified International Supply Chain ConsultantInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, USA
Certified International Supply Chain ProfessionalInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute
Certified International Supply Chain ManagerInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute
Certified International Commercial Contracts ManagerInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, USA
Certified International Purchasing ConsultantInternational Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, USA
Certified Purchasing Professional ManagerAmerican Purchasing Society, US