Contract Specialist - Supply Chain

Alkhorayef Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee the drafting, negotiation, and compliance of contracts with suppliers and partners. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Administration, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role. The position requires strong collaboration skills and a focus on regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize contracts with suppliers and partners.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and legal frameworks.
• Monitor contract milestones, deliverables, and obligations.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business administration

Job description

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize contracts with suppliers, service providers, and partners.
• Ensure contracts are compliant with corporate policies, industry standards, and applicable legal/regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, and associated documents in the contract management system.
• Monitor contract milestones, deliverables, and obligations to ensure timely execution and renewals.
• Develop and manage supply agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), frame contracts, and purchase agreements with suppliers (international and domestic).
• Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and evaluation through contract documentation.
• Work closely with Procurement, Quality, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure supplier performance aligns with contractual terms.
• Negotiate terms to achieve cost savings, mitigate risks, and secure favorable conditions for the organization.
• Identify contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with legal, commercial, and ethical standards in all contractual dealings.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, rights, and risk exposure.
• Support audits, reviews, and internal/external compliance requirements related to contracts.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing international commercial contracts for business development initiatives.
• Collaborate with BD teams in evaluating contract terms with new clients, agents, or global partners.
• Ensure that contract frameworks support long‑term strategic growth objectives.
• Act as a key liaison between suppliers, legal counsel, internal departments, and external stakeholders.
• Provide training and advisory support to internal teams on contract‑related procedures.
• Participate in cross‑functional projects to streamline contract management processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business administration.
• Minimum 10 years of experience is required.
• Previous Supplier Relationship Management experience is required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external suppliers.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5121
• Posting Date 10/15/2025, 06:11 AM
• Apply Before 01/10/2026, 09:00 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 7136 2nd Industrial City, Street No.87 Near Modon Lake, Dammam, SA