Company and job overview

A leading company in its sector in Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance its purchasing capabilities and develop sourcing strategies through a team of professionals capable of efficiently leading procurement operations. We are seeking a Procurement Manager with tangible practical experience in a fast-growing business environment to join our team in Riyadh and take responsibility for leading procurement functions and implementing best practices to ensure value enhancement, cost reduction, and improved service and product quality.

Key responsibilities and duties

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the company’s goals, budget, and strategic plans.
• Manage negotiations with key suppliers, evaluate bids, and prepare supply and equipment contracts as needed.
• Lead the procurement team, develop their skills, evaluate performance, and identify training needs.
• Build and develop a supplier database, assess their performance, and align them with quality and compliance standards.
• Ensure compliance with local and international procurement, sourcing, and transparency policies and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Finance, Inventory, Operations) to ensure material availability on time and at the lowest possible cost.
• Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to ensure operational continuity.
• Prepare periodic reports to senior management on procurement KPIs, production costs, and improvement opportunities.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related fields.
• 5 to 15 years of hands-on experience in procurement or supply management, with prior leadership experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, negotiation, and contract drafting.
• Familiarity with compliance, transparency, and risk management standards within the Saudi business environment.
• Knowledge of inventory management and ERP/MRP concepts and performance tracking systems.
• Essential: experience in contracting with contracting companies, heavy equipment, spare parts procurement and supply.

Required skills

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build strategic relationships with suppliers.
• Team leadership, talent development, and corporate communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making ability.
• Time management, ability to work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Arabic and English for written and oral communication, with the ability to prepare reports and technical releases.

Benefits and perks

• Attractive salaries, periodic performance reviews, and social security and recreational benefits.
• Comprehensive health insurance for dependents and family members, and professional allowances according to applicable policies.
• Continuous development opportunities, internal and external training, and clear career progression paths.
• A supportive work environment and a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and adherence to ethical and professional standards.

The language required to complete procedures and internal communications is Arabic, with limited use of English when necessary.