About Almarai

Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Riyadh, Almarai Company is recognized as the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the MENA region. It holds the position of the number one FMCG Brand in MENA and is a market leader across all its categories in the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. With over five decades of sustainable growth, Almarai has consistently provided nutritious and healthy products, expanding its portfolio to include dairy, juices, baked goods, poultry, infant formula, dates, fish and seafood, and bottled water under more than 20 brands. The company employs over 43,000 professionals across its operations.

The Role of Process Governance Manager

Almarai - المراعي is seeking a Process Governance Manager to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role involves strategically overseeing process governance, ensuring compliance, and maintaining the continuity of critical business processes. The manager will work closely with Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) to implement effective interventions and enhancements, contributing to operational excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain procurement processes, policies, and related documentation within the Central Procurement Department (CPD).
• Lead process improvement initiatives, communicating changes, best practices, and technology enhancements to procurement teams and stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of Almarai’s procurement strategy and drive initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) to enhance procurement systems and digital solutions.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, compliance standards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), training materials, and comprehensive process documentation.
• Act as the primary liaison between Almarai and outsourcing partners, ensuring effective collaboration, risk mitigation, and timely delivery of agreed objectives.
• Monitor service levels and performance metrics, identify process deviations, and manage improvement actions and escalations as required.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance procurement capabilities and ensure consistent process execution across procurement teams and outsourcing partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• An MBA and/or CIPS certification is preferred.

Experience and Skills

• 8-10 years of experience in procurement, process improvement, or a related supply chain environment.
• Proven experience in driving process optimization, governance, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in managing outsourcing partners and third-party service providers.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes, procurement operations, and data management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and technology-driven process improvements is preferred.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, offering an opportunity to contribute to a leading food and beverage company in the MENA region.