IPCS - Innovation In Procurement Consultants

Strategic partners in transforming procurement. From policies and diagnostics to supplier strategies and capability building.

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Leading Procurement Experts

We provide smart, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to optimize your supply chain.

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IPCS – Innovation in Procurement Consultants We’re not just consultants—we’re your strategic partners in transforming procurement. From policies and diagnostics to supplier strategies and capability building, we do it all—with heart and precision. We’re proud to be the exclusive EIPM partner in the UAE, bringing you globally recognized certifications, executive training, and the prestigious EIPM Excellence Programme and Peter Kraljic Awards.

Led by Dr. Arafat El Mourad, we help organizations across the Gulf unlock real value with world-class standards like EIPM, ISO.

Let’s shape the future of procurement—together.

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Our Service

Procurement services are evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, data-driven insights, and sustainable practices. Organizations today require more than just cost reduction—they seek efficiency, agility, transparency, and value creation throughout the supply chain. Innovation in procurement services is about adopting new technologies, processes, and strategic approaches to optimize sourcing, supplier collaboration, and risk management.

Strategic procurement management

Strategic procurement management is a structured approach to acquiring goods and services that aligns with an organization's long-term goals. It focuses on optimizing costs, ensuring supplier reliability, and improving supply chain efficiency to create a competitive advantage.

Category management

Category management in procurement refers to the strategic approach of segmenting procurement activities into distinct groups (categories) based on similar characteristics, suppliers, or business needs.

Project management

Project management in innovation in procurement involves planning, executing, and monitoring procurement initiatives that introduce new technologies, processes, or supplier collaborations.

Relationship management

Relationship management in innovation in procurement focuses on building and maintaining strong partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders to drive innovative solutions. It emphasizes collaboration, trust, and strategic alignment to enhance procurement efficiency and value creation.

Negotiation skills

Negotiation skills in innovation in procurement involve strategic discussions with suppliers and stakeholders to secure innovative solutions, optimize costs, and create long-term value. Effective negotiation ensures alignment with business goals while fostering collaboration and creativity in procurement processes.

Financial acumen

Financial acumen in innovation in procurement involves understanding and managing the financial implications of procurement decisions to drive cost-effective and value-generating innovations. It ensures that procurement strategies align with budget constraints while maximizing return on investment (ROI).

Meet Creative team

Innovation in procurement refers to the adoption of new technologies, strategies, and practices to enhance the efficiency, agility, and value of procurement processes. It involves leveraging digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable approaches to improve sourcing, supplier collaboration, and overall supply chain performance.

Dr. Arafat El Mourad

Dr. Arafat El Mourad

CEO & Managing Director
Procurement Transformation
Hazem Saeed

Hazem Saeed

Managing Partner
Procurement Transformation
Faiq Ali

Faiq Ali, FCIPS

Managing Partner
Procurement Transformation
Rachel Elmourad

Rachel Elmourad

Strategy Consultant
Business Transformation
25 +

Procurement Transformations

$5+

Billion Spend Management

125

Training & Excellence

500+

Initiatives Led

15+

Industries Experience

14+

Digital Procurement Initiatives

Work Process

Innovation in procurement refers to the adoption of new technologies, strategies, and practices to enhance the efficiency, agility, and value of procurement processes. It involves leveraging digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable approaches to improve sourcing, supplier collaboration, and overall supply chain performance.

1

Assess Current Processes

Identify inefficiencies and improvement areas.

2

Define Innovation Goals

Set clear objectives aligned with business needs.

3

Foster Supplier Collaboration

Engage suppliers for co-innovation and value creation.

4

Use Data-Driven Decision Making

Analyze procurement data for smarter insights.

5

Train & Upskill Teams

Equip procurement professionals with digital skills.

6

Pilot & Scale Innovations

Test new solutions before full implementation.

Your Strategic Partner in Procurement Transformation

We’re your strategic partner in transforming procurement from policies to supplier strategies. As the exclusive EIPM partner in the UAE, we "Innovation In Procurement" deliver global certifications, executive training, and the EIPM Excellence Programme.