Procurement Officer Jobs in Saudi

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><u><strong>Role Purpose</strong></u></p><br><p>The Chief Technology &amp; Digital Transformation Officer (CTDTO) is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy to enable business growth, operational excellence, innovation, cyber resilience, and long-term competitiveness.</p><br><p>The role integrates IT, digital platforms, data, automation, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies into a coherent transformation agenda aligned with corporate strategy, value creation, and shareholder expectations.</p><br><p><u><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></u></p><br><p><strong>1. Enterprise Technology &amp; Digital Strategy</strong></p><br><ul><li>Define and own the 3–5-year Technology &amp; Digital Transformation Roadmap aligned with corporate and business strategies.</li><li>Translate business objectives into scalable digital platforms, architectures, and capability roadmaps.</li><li>Lead modernization of legacy systems and transition to cloud, data-driven, and AI enabled operating models.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Digital Transformation &amp; Innovation</strong></p><br><ul><li>Drive end-to-end digital transformation across core value chains (manufacturing, supply chain, sales, customer experience, finance, HR, governance).</li><li>Establish innovation frameworks, digital labs, and partnerships with technology providers, startups, and universities.</li><li>Sponsor automation, Industry 4.0, IoT, advanced analytics, and smart operations initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>3. IT &amp; Enterprise Architecture</strong></p><br><ul><li>Own enterprise architecture, applications landscape, infrastructure, cloud strategy, and integration platforms.</li><li>Ensure interoperability, scalability, performance, and business continuity across all systems.</li><li>Lead ERP, CRM, WMS, MES, PLM, BI, and core platform strategy and governance.</li></ul><p><strong>4. Cybersecurity &amp; Technology Risk</strong></p><br><ul><li>Establish and oversee enterprise cybersecurity, data privacy, and resilience frameworks.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and IPO-readiness requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NCA, PDPL, SOX-ITGC, CMA/SEC expectations).</li><li>Lead disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis response readiness.</li></ul><p><strong>5. Data, Analytics &amp; AI</strong></p><br><ul><li>Build a unified data strategy (governance, quality, master data, analytics, AI/ML, decision intelligence).</li><li>Enable real-time executive dashboards, predictive analytics, and AI-driven decision support.</li><li>Ensure ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI and advanced analytics.</li></ul><p><strong>6. Technology Governance &amp; Investment</strong></p><br><ul><li>Chair the Technology Investment Committee and Digital Portfolio Review.</li><li>Prioritize initiatives based on business value, ROI, risk, and strategic alignment.</li><li>Manage technology budgets, vendors, contracts, and sourcing strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>7. Organization &amp; Talent</strong></p><br><ul><li>Build and lead a high-performing technology and digital organization (IT, Digital, Data, Cyber, PMO, Architecture).</li><li>Develop future-ready digital skills, leadership pipelines, and succession plans.</li><li>Embed agile, product-oriented, and value-delivery operating models.</li></ul><p><strong>8. Board &amp; Executive Advisory</strong></p><br><ul><li>Act as strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on technology trends, digital risks, and competitive disruption.</li><li>Present digital transformation progress, investment cases, and risk dashboards to the Board and Audit/Risk Committees.</li></ul><p><u><strong>Key Deliverables</strong></u></p><br><ul><li>Group Digital &amp; Technology Strategy and 3-year Roadmap.</li><li>Enterprise Architecture Blueprint.</li><li>Cybersecurity &amp; Data Governance Framework.</li><li>Digital Transformation Portfolio (business cases, ROI, milestones).</li><li>Industry 4.0 / Smart Factory Program.</li><li>AI &amp; Advanced Analytics Enablement Program.</li><li>IT Operating Model &amp; Talent Strategy.</li></ul> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5"> Preferred candidate </h2> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small bg-mute"> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Years_of_experience"> <b>Years of experience</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Years_of_experience"> No experience required </div> </div> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small "> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Degree"> <b>Degree</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Degree"> Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Company Overview Our client is a leading distributor of industrial products across Saudi Arabia, with operations dating back to the 1950s.<br> With over 200 employees, they import goods from China and Turkey to serve clients across the Kingdom.<br> About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager / CFO to lead his finance and accounting function in Riyadh.<br> The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Saudi market and a strong background in wholesale, retail, distribution, or trading businesses.<br> This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic financial management and operational excellence.<br> The successful candidate will play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening internal controls, optimizing working capital, and supporting the company's continued growth.<br> Key Responsibilities Lead the finance and accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.<br> Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives.<br> Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis.<br> Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization.<br> Monitor inventory valuation, inventory controls, and stock-related financial performance.<br> Manage credit control, collections, customer receivables, supplier payments, and treasury activities.<br> Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, tax requirements (including ZATCA), VAT, and financial reporting standards.<br> Strengthen internal controls, financial governance, and risk management practices.<br> Partner with commercial and operations teams to improve profitability across branches and business units.<br> Lead month-end and year-end closing processes and coordinate external audits.<br> Build, mentor, and develop high-performing finance and accounting teams.<br> Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and ERP optimization where applicable.<br> Support executive management with financial insights for strategic decision-making.<br> Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.<br> Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is highly preferred.<br> Approximately 12+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including senior leadership responsibilities.<br> Strong experience within Saudi Arabia's business environment.<br> Proven experience in wholesale, retail, distribution, trading, or FMCG businesses.<br> Deep understanding of: Inventory accounting and inventory controls Multi-branch financial operations Credit management and collections Cash flow forecasting and working capital management Supplier and customer financial cycles Strong knowledge of financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal controls.<br> Experience leading finance and accounting departments.<br> Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).<br> Leadership Profile We are looking for someone who is: Commercially minded and operationally focused.<br> Hands-on while capable of thinking strategically.<br> An effective leader with strong people management skills.<br> Experienced in building finance teams and improving organizational performance.<br> Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.<br> Skilled at collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.<br></span> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5"> Preferred candidate </h2> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small bg-mute"> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Years_of_experience"> <b>Years of experience</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Years_of_experience"> 12+ years </div> </div> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small "> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Degree"> <b>Degree</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Degree"> Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Applus+ is part of the global Applus+ Group, a leading provider of testing, inspection, certification, quality assurance, and technical consultancy services operating in more than 65 countries worldwide.<br> In Saudi Arabia, Applus+ supports major government, infrastructure, energy, industrial, environmental, and giga-project initiatives through inspection, compliance, quality assurance, technical staffing, and operational excellence services.<br> The company works closely with public and private sector organizations to enhance safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and operational performance while supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives.<br> Position Overview We are seeking a Field Assessment Officer / Mystery Shopper to support customer experience and compliance assessment projects through the execution of field visits, mystery shopping assignments, digital channel evaluations, and customer interaction assessments.<br> The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting assessments in accordance with project requirements, collecting evidence, documenting findings, and preparing accurate reports to support project objectives.<br> This role requires strong observation skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to follow assessment scenarios and reporting guidelines while maintaining confidentiality and objectivity.<br> Key Responsibilities Execute assigned assessment cases in accordance with project methodologies and timelines.<br> Conduct field visits, branch assessments, customer service evaluations, and mystery shopping assignments.<br> Perform assessments through various channels, including in-person visits, telephone interactions, websites, mobile applications, and other digital platforms.<br> Follow approved assessment scenarios and evaluation criteria during assignment execution.<br> Collect, organize, and maintain supporting evidence, documentation, and assessment records.<br> Accurately document observations, findings, and customer experience outcomes.<br> Prepare and submit assessment reports within established quality and reporting standards.<br> Ensure compliance with project requirements, confidentiality obligations, and operational procedures.<br> Coordinate with project teams regarding assignment status, challenges, and reporting requirements.<br> Support quality assurance reviews by providing complete and accurate documentation.<br> Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Customer Service, Insurance, or a related field.<br> Minimum 1 of proven experience in field assessments, mystery shopping, customer service evaluations, inspections, compliance reviews, or similar operational activities.<br> Ability to conduct assessments objectively and accurately while adhering to established procedures.<br> Strong observation, documentation, and reporting skills.<br> Good organizational skills and attention to detail.<br> Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.<br> Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital reporting tools.<br> Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in customer experience, mystery shopping, insurance, compliance, inspection, or quality assurance projects.<br> Knowledge of customer service standards and assessment methodologies.<br> Arabic and English communication skills are preferred.<br> Experience working within the Saudi market is an advantage.<br></span> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5"> Preferred candidate </h2> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small bg-mute"> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Years_of_experience"> <b>Years of experience</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Years_of_experience"> No experience required </div> </div> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small "> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Degree"> <b>Degree</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Degree"> Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div> </div>

<ol><li><p><strong>Outsourced Manpower Category Strategy & Demand Planning </strong></p></li></ol><br><ul><li><p> Own the end-to-end category strategy for outsourced manpower, medical and non-medical, across ICC, CHC, HHC , and Telemedicine, including make-or-buy positioning of outsourced resource against FTE headcount.</p></li><li><p>Conduct annual category analysis covering manpower spend, rate benchmarking, supplier market capacity, Saudization impact, and demand forecasting by line of business and role family.</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain the outsourced manpower rate card by role, grade, and nationality band, aligned to the approved salary bands and the outsourced-versus-FTE eligibility framework.</p></li><li><p>Qualify and diversify the approved manpower supplier panel to remove single-source dependency on critical clinical roles and mitigate supply, licensing, and continuity risk.</p></li><li><p>Validate End User demand at PR stage, job description accuracy, engagement duration, headcount justification, and budget clearance before any RFQ is released to the market. • Approved annual manpower category plan per LOB.</p></li><li><p>Validated rate card covering all recurring medical and non-medical roles.</p></li><li><p>Diversified, pre-qualified manpower supplier panel.</p></li><li><p>Reduced total cost of contingent labour against benchmark.</p></li></ul><br><ol start="2"><li><p><strong>Outsourced Manpower Category Strategy & Demand Planning</strong> </p></li></ol><br><ul><li><p>Own the end-to-end category strategy for outsourced manpower, medical and non-medical, across ICC, CHC, HHC , and Telemedicine, including make-or-buy positioning of outsourced resource against FTE headcount.</p></li><li><p>Conduct annual category analysis covering manpower spend, rate benchmarking, supplier market capacity, Saudization impact, and demand forecasting by line of business and role family.</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain the outsourced manpower rate card by role, grade, and nationality band, aligned to the approved salary bands and the outsourced-versus-FTE eligibility framework.</p></li><li><p>Qualify and diversify the approved manpower supplier panel to remove single-source dependency on critical clinical roles and mitigate supply, licensing, and continuity risk.</p></li><li><p>Validate End User demand at PR stage, job description accuracy, engagement duration, headcount justification, and budget clearance before any RFQ is released to the market. • Approved annual manpower category plan per LOB.</p></li><li><p>Validated rate card covering all recurring medical and non-medical roles.</p></li><li><p>Diversified, pre-qualified manpower supplier panel.</p></li><li><p>Reduced total cost of contingent labour against benchmark.</p></li></ul><br><ol start="3"><li><p><strong>Contract, SLA & Supplier Risk Management </strong></p></li></ol><br><ul><li><p>Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle for all manpower supply and framework agreements, from drafting and negotiation through execution, call-off administration, performance monitoring, renewal, and close-out.</p></li><li><p>Negotiate manpower-specific commercial terms including rate escalation caps, replacement and no-show remedies, notice and demobilisation conditions, timesheet and invoicing controls, and termination for cause.</p></li><li><p>Attach and enforce the Manpower Supplier SLA Schedule on every agreement, covering CV submission, replacement, documentation accuracy, and licensing turnaround service levels.</p></li><li><p>Enforce the penalty recharge clause, under which any regulatory penalty, fine, or liability incurred by BCC arising from inaccurate supplier-submitted information is recharged in full to the supplier.</p></li><li><p>Maintain the manpower contract and framework agreement register with expiry dates, headcount allocation, call-off status, renewal triggers, and performance obligations. • Executed agreements with SLA schedule and penalty recharge clause attached.</p></li><li><p>Live contract and call-off register with zero missed renewals or lapsed placements.</p></li><li><p>Quantified and mitigated manpower supply, licensing, and labour law risk.</p></li><li><p>Ensure BCC is protected from vendor-originated regulatory liability.</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>4 Regulatory Compliance & Onboarding Assurance </strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Own validation and clearance of the complete onboarding document package for every outsourced resource, covering updated CV, National ID or Iqama, personal photograph, application and declaration form, signed BCC Outsource NDA, Bupa Arabia Code of Conduct, and dress code acknowledgement.</p></li><li><p>Verify medical staff credentials before clearance, including valid SCFHS classification, Basic Life Support certification, medical malpractice insurance, and completed medical fitness clearance.</p></li><li><p>Instruct and track Government Relations on MOH licence generation, providing BLS, ID, and malpractice insurance for Saudi nationals and the additional Ajeer authorisation for non-Saudi nationals.</p></li><li><p>Ensure Saudi Labour Law, Ajeer, and Nitaqat obligations are discharged by the supplier as legal employer, and that no resource is deployed without an approved PO and an issued MOH licence.</p></li><li><p>Maintain audit-ready onboarding files for every resource and act as first responder to CBAHI, MOH, and internal audit queries on outsourced workforce credentialing. • Complete documentation validated before PO issue and deployment.</p></li><li><p>Zero unlicensed or uncredentialed resource deployed to a BCC site.</p></li><li><p>Signed vendor declaration and penalty acknowledgement on file per supplier.</p></li><li><p>Clean CBAHI, MOH, and internal audit outcomes on outsourced staff files.</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>5 Supplier Performance & Business Partnering</strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Act as the primary procurement business partner to leadership on all contingent workforce requirements, translating operational demand into sourcing strategy.</p></li><li><p>Operate a structured Vendor Performance Management framework for manpower suppliers covering fill rate, CV quality, offer-to-join conversion, documentation accuracy, replacement speed, and early attrition.</p></li><li><p>Chair quarterly supplier business reviews, issue scorecards and corrective action plans, and escalate to penalty, substitution, or termination where performance fails to recover.</p></li><li><p>Lead root cause analysis on candidate rejection and early attrition, separating specification defects from genuine supplier sourcing failure, and close the gap at job description and rate card level.</p></li><li><p>Lead, coach, and develop the outsource procurement team, and present category performance, workforce risk, and supplier governance to senior leadership. • Procurement embedded in workforce planning across all lines of business.</p></li><li><p>Quantified supplier scorecards with documented corrective actions.</p></li><li><p>Improved fill rate, reduced time-to-deploy, and lower rejection rate.</p></li><li><p>Stronger internal capability across the outsource procurement team.</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Minimum 8–10 years of progressive procurement experience, including demonstrable ownership of an outsourced manpower, contingent labour, or HR services category. Experience in healthcare or another highly regulated sector is strongly preferred, with direct exposure to SCFHS classification, MOH licensing, and Ajeer or Nitaqat compliance. Proven experience building procurement policy, SOPs, and supplier governance frameworks in a multi-site, multi-entity environment is essential.</p><br><p><strong>EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND </strong></p><br><p>Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. A professional Human resource ceritifcation or procurement certification is strongly preferred. Lean Six Sigma certification and an MBA or postgraduate qualification in a related field are an advantage. </p><br><p><strong>SKILLS REQUIRED /TECHNICAL/MANAGERIAL </strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Outsourced manpower category management – demand planning, rate card design, benchmarking, and cost-per-head modelling</p></li><li><p>Strategic sourcing and RFx development – RFQ design, CV and rate evaluation, and award governance</p></li><li><p>Commercial negotiation – rates, escalation caps, payment terms, SLAs, penalties, and exit provisions</p></li><li><p>Manpower contract and framework agreement drafting, call-off administration, and lifecycle ownership</p></li><li><p>Vendor Performance Management (VPM) – fill rate and quality KPIs, scorecards, corrective action plans</p></li><li><p>Saudi Labour Law, Ajeer, Nitaqat/Saudization, Qiwa, and MHRSD requirements governing outsourced labour</p></li><li><p>SCFHS classification, MOH licensing, and CBAHI credentialing standards for outsourced clinical staff</p></li><li><p>ERP and HR system proficiency – MS Dynamics AX strongly preferred; Zoho People and Oracle familiarity is a plus</p></li><li><p>Financial acumen – budget management, savings reporting, and cost-benefit analysis</p></li><li><p>Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation in a procurement and labour compliance context</p></li><li><p>Policy, SOP, and process design – ISO-aligned documentation, RACI mapping, and Lean Six Sigma process improvement</p></li><li><p>Strong written and verbal communication in English; Arabic proficiency is required</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>OTHER REQUIREMENTS (IF ANY)</strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Proven track record of building procurement governance from the ground up and delivering measurable cost and compliance improvement.</p></li><li><p>High level of integrity, commercial ethics, and compliance commitment.</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage high-volume, concurrent manpower requisitions across multiple lines of business with competing deadlines</p></li><li><p>Strong stakeholder management skills, able to influence, challenge, and enforce governance across functions.</p></li><li><p>Commercially confident and data-driven decision maker</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment where processes are still being built</p></li><li><p>Adaptable to shifting organizational priorities and able to flex across ICC, CHC, HHC, Health Lounges, and Telemedicine</p></li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><u><strong>Role Purpose</strong></u></p><br><p>The Chief Technology &amp; Digital Transformation Officer (CTDTO) is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy to enable business growth, operational excellence, innovation, cyber resilience, and long-term competitiveness.</p><br><p>The role integrates IT, digital platforms, data, automation, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies into a coherent transformation agenda aligned with corporate strategy, value creation, and shareholder expectations.</p><br><p><u><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></u></p><br><p><strong>1. Enterprise Technology &amp; Digital Strategy</strong></p><br><ul><li>Define and own the 3–5-year Technology &amp; Digital Transformation Roadmap aligned with corporate and business strategies.</li><li>Translate business objectives into scalable digital platforms, architectures, and capability roadmaps.</li><li>Lead modernization of legacy systems and transition to cloud, data-driven, and AI enabled operating models.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Digital Transformation &amp; Innovation</strong></p><br><ul><li>Drive end-to-end digital transformation across core value chains (manufacturing, supply chain, sales, customer experience, finance, HR, governance).</li><li>Establish innovation frameworks, digital labs, and partnerships with technology providers, startups, and universities.</li><li>Sponsor automation, Industry 4.0, IoT, advanced analytics, and smart operations initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>3. IT &amp; Enterprise Architecture</strong></p><br><ul><li>Own enterprise architecture, applications landscape, infrastructure, cloud strategy, and integration platforms.</li><li>Ensure interoperability, scalability, performance, and business continuity across all systems.</li><li>Lead ERP, CRM, WMS, MES, PLM, BI, and core platform strategy and governance.</li></ul><p><strong>4. Cybersecurity &amp; Technology Risk</strong></p><br><ul><li>Establish and oversee enterprise cybersecurity, data privacy, and resilience frameworks.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and IPO-readiness requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NCA, PDPL, SOX-ITGC, CMA/SEC expectations).</li><li>Lead disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis response readiness.</li></ul><p><strong>5. Data, Analytics &amp; AI</strong></p><br><ul><li>Build a unified data strategy (governance, quality, master data, analytics, AI/ML, decision intelligence).</li><li>Enable real-time executive dashboards, predictive analytics, and AI-driven decision support.</li><li>Ensure ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI and advanced analytics.</li></ul><p><strong>6. Technology Governance &amp; Investment</strong></p><br><ul><li>Chair the Technology Investment Committee and Digital Portfolio Review.</li><li>Prioritize initiatives based on business value, ROI, risk, and strategic alignment.</li><li>Manage technology budgets, vendors, contracts, and sourcing strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>7. Organization &amp; Talent</strong></p><br><ul><li>Build and lead a high-performing technology and digital organization (IT, Digital, Data, Cyber, PMO, Architecture).</li><li>Develop future-ready digital skills, leadership pipelines, and succession plans.</li><li>Embed agile, product-oriented, and value-delivery operating models.</li></ul><p><strong>8. Board &amp; Executive Advisory</strong></p><br><ul><li>Act as strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on technology trends, digital risks, and competitive disruption.</li><li>Present digital transformation progress, investment cases, and risk dashboards to the Board and Audit/Risk Committees.</li></ul><p><u><strong>Key Deliverables</strong></u></p><br><ul><li>Group Digital &amp; Technology Strategy and 3-year Roadmap.</li><li>Enterprise Architecture Blueprint.</li><li>Cybersecurity &amp; Data Governance Framework.</li><li>Digital Transformation Portfolio (business cases, ROI, milestones).</li><li>Industry 4.0 / Smart Factory Program.</li><li>AI &amp; Advanced Analytics Enablement Program.</li><li>IT Operating Model &amp; Talent Strategy.</li></ul> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5"> Preferred candidate </h2> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small bg-mute"> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Years_of_experience"> <b>Years of experience</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Years_of_experience"> No experience required </div> </div> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small "> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Degree"> <b>Degree</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Degree"> Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div> </div>

<p>Ultimate Peaks is excited to partner with a leading Saudi gym chain to find a visionary and dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the company into its next phase of growth and expansion. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of fitness and wellness in Saudi Arabia, driving innovation, operational excellence, and brand leadership in a rapidly evolving market.</p><p><b><br></b></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement strategic plans that promote growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experience across all gym locations.</li><li>Lead business development initiatives, including new market entry and partnerships.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring high standards of service delivery, safety, and customer satisfaction.</li><li>Build and nurture a passionate leadership team, fostering a strong company culture aligned with the brand s values and mission.</li><li>Drive marketing, branding, and community engagement strategies to increase membership and brand loyalty.</li><li>Manage financial performance, budgeting, and reporting to ensure sustainable profitability.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all local regulations and industry standards.</li></ul><p>This role reports directly to the board and involves close collaboration with stakeholders to shape long-term business objectives.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Proven experience as a CEO or senior executive in the fitness, health, or hospitality sectors, preferably within the GCC region. Strong understanding of the Saudi market s consumer behavior and regulatory environment. 10+ years of leadership experience with a track record of driving growth and improving operational performance. Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change and foster a culture of innovation and excellence. Financial acumen with experience managing P&amp;L responsibility. Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field; an advanced degree is advantageous. Structured to attract top-tier executive leadership currently operating at significant scale within Saudi Arabia and the GCC, including performance-linked incentives and long-term alignment mechanisms.</p>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>This role is open to Saudi nationals only. If you do not meet this requirement, we warmly encourage you to explore other exciting opportunities at SimCorp. Our Talent Acquisition Team is happy to help you find the right fit. WHAT MAKES US, US Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp! At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered. If you like what we re saying, keep reading! WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US The Government Relations &amp; Administration Officer is a key administrative and compliance role responsible for managing all interactions with Saudi government entities, ministries, and regulatory bodies on behalf of the organization. The GRO ensures the company remains fully compliant with Saudi labor law, immigration regulations, and all applicable government requirements. This role also provides light support to the Legal team for office-related document renewals and assists with general administrative tasks as needed. WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Government Portal Administration Manage and operate all relevant Saudi government online portals including Absher, Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, HRSD, and MISA platforms. Submit, track, and follow up on applications, transactions, and service requests through official government systems. Maintain up-to-date access credentials and ensure timely renewal of portal accounts and digital certificates. Monitor regulatory announcements and portal updates to ensure organisational compliance. Monitor Nitaqat status to ensure the company maintains a safe Saudization tier. Visa Processing &amp; Immigration Coordinate and process different visa types including but not limited to work visas, business visas, dependent entry visas, and exit/re-entry visas. Maintain an accurate, up-to-date record of all employee visa statuses. Visit government offices physically when required, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), Jawazat (Passport Department), Ministry of Commerce, and Traffic Police. Accompany expats for medical checks, fingerprinting, or official procedures during onboarding. Legal &amp; Office Document Support Provide light-touch support to the Legal team for the renewal of office-related documents such as Commercial Registration (CR), Municipal License, Chamber of Commerce membership, and other statutory certificates. Assist in the legalization, attestation, and notarization of company documents when required. Coordinate with relevant government offices for the collection and submission of official documents. Administrative Support Execute ad-hoc administrative tasks and operational assignments as directed by management. Coordinate with the IT department to manage the collection, tracking, and seamless delivery of hardware and equipment to new hires. Support global People and Culture projects. Serve as a point of contact for new joiners on their first day, coordinating equipment handover and initial logistics where applicable. WHAT WE VALUE Saudi Government Portal Expertise Proven experience operating platforms such as Absher, Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, HRSD, and MISA. Immigration &amp; Visa Knowledge Strong understanding of Saudi immigration regulations, visa processing, and Iqama management. Regulatory &amp; Compliance Awareness Familiarity with Saudi labour law, Nitaqat (Saudization), and applicable government requirements. Arabic Language Proficiency Fluent in Arabic (written and spoken); English proficiency is an advantage. Attention to Detail Meticulous approach to document management, deadline tracking, and data accuracy. Stakeholder &amp; Relationship Management Ability to liaise effectively with government officials, internal teams, and external service providers. Administrative &amp; Organisational Skills Demonstrated ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment. BENEFITS SimCorp provides a range of benefits that may influence decisions regarding job offers. With operations in more than 30 offices globally, the benefits package can differ depending on the country. SimCorp implements a global hybrid work policy, requiring employees to be in the office two days per week and permitting remote work on other days. Additional information about location-specific benefits is available from the recruiter. NEXT STEPS Please send us your application in English via our career site as soon as possible, we process incoming applications continually. Please note that only applications sent through our system will be processed. At SimCorp, we recognize that bias can unintentionally occur in the recruitment process. To uphold fairness and equal opportunities for all applicants, we kindly ask you to exclude personal data such as photo, age, or any non-professional information from your application. Thank you for aiding us in our endeavor to mitigate biases in our recruitment process.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Saudi Government Portal Expertise Proven experience operating platforms such as Absher, Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, HRSD, and MISA.</p><p>Immigration &amp; Visa Knowledge Strong understanding of Saudi immigration regulations, visa processing, and Iqama management.</p><p>Regulatory &amp; Compliance Awareness Familiarity with Saudi labour law, Nitaqat (Saudization), and applicable government requirements.</p><p>Arabic Language Proficiency Fluent in Arabic (written and spoken); English proficiency is an advantage.</p><p>Attention to Detail Meticulous approach to document management, deadline tracking, and data accuracy.</p><p>Stakeholder &amp; Relationship Management Ability to liaise effectively with government officials, internal teams, and external service providers.</p><p>Administrative &amp; Organisational Skills Demonstrated ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.</p><p></p></section>

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence across the organization. Your primary goal will be to increase our organization's productivity, efficiency, and profitability. You will advise the CEO on key operational insights as well as provide coaching to employees. Responsibilities Produce annual operation forecasting report and strategy Oversee and evaluate day-to-day operations Identify new market opportunities to accelerate growth Present operational strategy recommendations to the CEO based on your market research<br>Qualifications10 - 15 years' of executive experience Strategic planning and business development experience Strong written and verbal and presentation skills Strong leadership and organizational skills