Customer Applications Procurements Assistant Manager

Saudi Telecom Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Telecom Company seeks a seasoned Customer Applications Procurements Assistant Manager to lead end-to-end procurement for customer applications projects. You will drive sourcing, approve purchasing requests, and manage supplier performance in a dynamic telecom environment.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing and contract management within telecoms, overseeing SLAs, supplier segmentation, and risk management. A senior procurement focus with cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related discipline.
• Prior experience in purchasing and procurement operations, and contract management in telecommunication industry.
• Experience leading procurement projects and managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform all procurement activities related to Customer Applications Procurements projects (from RFP development to supplier selection and contract signature).
• Provide inputs and execute sourcing strategy based on supervising director.
• Complete and report purchasing requests to supervising director.
• Lead purchasing requests, evaluate completeness, classify according to value, and assign to purchasing analysts.
• Assist in managing SLAs for Tendered / Non-Tendered Change Orders as well as Change Orders for the supplier market and spend categories.
• Perform execution-focused service delivery functions and processes.
• Provide input to supervising director to track supply market trends.
• Contribute to developing segmentation criteria and mapping supply base to desired relationship type.
• Provide input on supply and financial risks of suppliers to supervising director.
• Manage catalogue of suppliers and update it regularly.
• Lead potential procurement synergies with other subsidiaries and manage their implementation in coordination with Synergies.
• Manage business cases, including need for cross-functional resources, timeframe and targets.
• Review historical data to provide demand/consumption trends and track deviations.
• Oversee business planning efforts with the Technology Procurement Head.
• Participate in changing in stc needs by working with other sectors and prioritize sourcing initiatives.
• Supervise purchasing requirements and project specifications with unit management and suppliers.

Skills

Procurement principles

Supply chain concepts

Technology products

RFI/RFQ/RFPs

Vendor negotiation

Creative thinking

Analytical skills

People management

Interpersonal skills

Planning and scheduling

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in Network Engineering

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)

Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)

CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

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Customer Applications Procurements Assistant Manager

The role holder is responsible for leading and managing all procurement activities taking ownership of the procurement process for Customer Applications Procurements ensuring service delivery in a cost-effective manner in line with the stated strategy and defined service level agreements. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

Job Responsibility

Perform all procurement activities related to Customer Applications Procurements projects (from RFP development to supplier selection and contract signature)
Provide inputs and execute sourcing strategy based on supervising director
Complete and report purchasing requests to supervising director
Lead purchasing requests, evaluate completeness, classify according to value (e.g., risk, financial), and assign to purchasing analysts
Assist in managing SLAs for Tendered / Non-Tendered Change Orders as well as Change Orders for the supplier market and spend categories
Perform execution-focused service delivery functions and processes
Provide input to supervising director to track supply market trends (competitive pressures, new entrants, substituting products or services, changes in the value chain)
Contribute to developing segmentation criteria and mapping supply base to desired relationship type
Provide input on supply and financial risks of suppliers to supervising director
Manage catalogue of suppliers and update it regularly
Lead potential procurement synergies with other subsidiaries and manage their implementation in coordination with Synergies
Manage business cases, including need for cross-functional resources, timeframe and targets
Review historical data to provide demand/consumption trends and track deviations
Manage segmentation criteria and map supply base to desired relationship type
Oversee business planning efforts with the Technology Procurement Head
Participate in changing in stc needs by working with other sectors and prioritize sourcing initiatives
Supervise purchasing requirements and project specifications with unit management and suppliers

Job Responsibility (cont.)

Years of Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related discipline

Nature of Experience

Prior experience in purchasing and procurement operations, and contract management in telecommunication industry

Job Band

Sr. Professional

Skills

Strong Knowledge of procurement principles
Strong Knowledge of supply chain concepts
Strong Knowledge of supply chain concepts
Strong Knowledge of technology products
Strong Knowledge of RFI/RFQ/RFP(s), vendor selection and negotiating processes
Strong creative thinking skills
Analytical and problem solving ability
People management and interpersonal skills
Planning and scheduling skills
Vendor management skills
Strong Negotiation skills
Business acumen skills
Ability to contribute breakthrough ideas and approaches to solve business issues
Ability to manage multiple projects and work in fast-paced environment
Management skills & cultural intelligence
Knowledge of the market and relevant external service providers for procurement

Education

Bachelor Degree in Network Engineering or Business Administration

Masters Degree in Network Engineering or Business Administration

Additional Education

Certifications

Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)
Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)
CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply