Summary
Muller & Phipps Middle East is recruiting on behalf of M&P Group Holdings for its group company, Pedigri Technologies. The director will develop and manage regional service partners, carriers, repair centers, procurement, contracts and trade compliance across MEA and APAC. The role requires at least 12 years of relevant experience, including five years in senior regional leadership, plus a relevant master’s degree or MBA and procurement or trade compliance credentials. The position is based in Dubai; salary and visa conditions are not stated.
The posting
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Role Overview
M&P Group Holdings are recruiting on behalf of Pedigri Technologies, one of its group companies, for an experienced commercial leader to develop and manage the external service network supporting our technology and medical critical parts logistics, engineering and repair services across MEA and APAC.
You will lead partner networks, carriers, procurement, commercial costing, contracts and trade compliance across a network spanning more than 45 countries. Working with Customer Success, Operations and Finance, you will secure capable partners, competitive commercial terms and reliable, compliant cross border services.
Responsibilities
- Build and manage a network of forward stocking locations, repair centers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and service partners.
- Lead sourcing, due diligence, onboarding, contract negotiation and partner performance reviews; address capability gaps and maintain contingency options.
- Negotiate rates, tariffs, capacity, payment terms and service commitments; improve cost to serve, invoice accuracy and vendor spend performance.
- Govern partner and supplier contracts, renewals, liability and commercial risk with legal counsel; validate customer pricing, margin and terms with the relevant teams.
- Lead trade compliance and customs capabilities, including Importer and Exporter of Record models, classification, valuation, permits, sanctions and export control checks.
- Oversee bonded and free zone processes, duty deferment, local release and re-exportation through competent specialists.
- Develop a capable regional team with clear accountability and cover for critical roles; work closely with Operations on partner delivery and service recovery.
Must have requirements
- At least 12 years of relevant experience across procurement, vendor networks, freight, logistics and trade compliance, including five years in senior regional leadership.
- A strong record of building third party networks, negotiating complex contracts and managing service performance across countries.
- Practical knowledge of bonded or free zone operations, customs and Importer or Exporter of Record arrangements.
- A master’s degree or MBA in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Law, Logistics, International Trade or a related discipline.
- CIPS, ISM or equivalent procurement certification, relevant customs or trade compliance credentials, and a legal qualification or substantial contracts experience working with counsel.
- Strong professional English communication skills, with proven experience working in UK and/or European business environments and a strong understanding of UK and/or European corporate practices and professional standards.
Experience we value
Regulated products, medical devices, dangerous goods, MEA and APAC markets, strategic sourcing, cost modelling, ERP procurement, customs technology and contract lifecycle systems.
Arabic language skills will be viewed positively
The leader we are looking for
You combine strong negotiation skills with sound regulatory judgement. You challenge risks early, use evidence to assess partners and build accountable relationships. You can coordinate across functions while keeping commercial governance and daily operational execution clearly defined.
Apply
Submit your CV and a summary of your experience leading regional vendor networks, commercial negotiations and trade compliance.