Career Opportunities: Senior Procurement Manager (86221)

Almarai; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A major food and beverage company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities and lead a team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, expertise in cost reduction, and a strong background in managing diverse procurement needs. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their CV along with current and expected salary information.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Accommodation allowance

Car allowance

Mobile allowance

Medical cover

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience, including 5–7 years in a managerial/leadership role.
• Expertise in process mapping and process improvement.
• At least 7 years in a procurement function.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities to fulfill the company’s needs.
• Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals.
• Manage annual spend exceeding SR 3 billion.

Skills

Process mapping

Cost reduction

Supplier development

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline

Tools

SAP

BaaN

Oracle

JD Edwards

Job description

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager

The Company

Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 40,000 employees servicing some 220,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.31 billion on sales of SAR 20.97 billion in 2024.

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to ensure our company’s requirements for external goods and services are met at the lowest total cost of ownership, while maintaining all quality and service standards. This role will deliver an efficient, effective, and professionally managed procurement function that balances financial control with streamlined transaction execution, providing a high level of service at a competitive cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities to fulfill the company’s needs for goods and services.
• Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, ensuring successful execution of procurement strategies.
• Manage annual spend exceeding SR 3 billion.
• Drive initiatives for cost reduction, supplier evaluation, and supplier development.
• Utilize purchasing systems (SAP, BaaN, Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.) to manage procurement processes.
• Develop global sourcing strategies for industrial commodities, particularly within FMCG, industrial manufacturing, or EPC contracting sectors.

Candidates without the following will not be considered.

• Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience, including at least 5–7 years in a managerial/leadership role.
• Expertise in process mapping and process improvement is essential.
• At least 7 years of managerial experience within a procurement function.
• Experience in indirect materials, CAPEX, and OPEX.
• Preferably from a multinational company, ideally within FMCG manufacturing, construction, or consultancy sectors.
• Experience managing diverse procurement needs and sources of supply, with responsibility for a team of at least four subordinates.
• Proven track record in cost reduction and supplier development.
• Broad knowledge of industrial commodities sourcing within similar industries is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline, preferably in purchasing, supply chain, or materials management—or equivalent experience.

Almarai offers an excellent package which includes a competitive salary, performance bonus, accommodation allowance, car allowance, mobile allowance, medical cover, etc.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering excellent remuneration and benefits package. To apply for the position please submit your current CV together with intimating current and expected remuneration package.