Strategic Procurement Buyer

بترورابغ; Rabigh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization in the industrial sector is looking for a Strategic Procurement Buyer to enhance its sourcing strategy. This role involves managing procurement agreements, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement practices, excellent negotiation skills, and experience with MRP/ERP systems. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the organization's success and drive improvements in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing or strategic procurement.
• MCIPS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle including RFQs, RFPs, and evaluations.
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance against KPIs.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Procurement Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP Systems

SAP

Job description

Job Summary:

The Procurement Department is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Procurement Buyer to support the organization’s long-term sourcing strategy. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing procurement agreements, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, conclude, and maintain strategic agreements with suppliers.
• Manage the full procurement cycle including RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluations, master agreements, and release orders.
• Perform supplier cost estimations and provide analytical support to end users.
• Monitor agreements against budgets, schedules, and KPIs, and propose corrective actions when needed.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier quality, performance, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities for savings and process improvement.
• Ensure procurement of goods and services that meet specifications, quality, timing, and pricing requirements.
• Lead or support technical and commercial evaluations as necessary.
• Maintain effective supplier and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing or strategic procurement.
• MCIPS certification is preferred.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems, ideally SAP.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of best procurement practices, especially in the industrial sector.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results.

Application Deadline:

The last date to apply for this position is 15 May 2025.