Procurement Planning Senior Specialist

Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Procurement Planning Senior Specialist to lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives. This role involves developing procurement strategies, monitoring performance, and training junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering, along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Join a dynamic team within a government authority that values collaboration and results-oriented approaches, and make a significant impact on procurement operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies aligned with internal needs and government directions.
• Monitor procurement performance and develop reports against KPIs.
• Train and guide junior staff in procurement processes.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Procurement

Risk Assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Inventory Management

Results Orientation

Customer Focus

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering, Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Purpose of Job

Jobholders at this level are capable of operating with minimal supervision. They work within guidelines and procedures to prepare complex, specialized, or ad-hoc reports in their field. They contribute to completing milestones or operational targets within their assigned area. Responsibilities include updating procurement tools, collecting procurement requirements, posting procurement plans, and following up on procurement progress.

Job Responsibilities

1. Procurement Planning
   • Develop procurement strategies aligned with internal needs, best practices, ZATCA strategy, and government directions.
   • Create procurement programs detailing volume, nature, and timing of needed goods and services.
   • Update procurement policies, standards, and guidelines based on past practices.
   • Forecast annual procurement needs using historical data.
   • Collect procurement requirements from ZATCA functions promptly.
   • Identify sourcing options and conduct market analysis.
   • Consolidate requirements into an annual procurement plan and post it on relevant portals.
   • Develop guidelines for emergency purchases and supplier pre-qualification.
   • Register and verify suppliers in the database.
2. Reporting
   • Monitor procurement performance and develop reports/dashboard against KPIs.
3. Organization and Operations
   • Follow policies and procedures to ensure consistent work quality.
   • Support in problem-solving and assist junior staff.
   • Escalate complex issues appropriately.
   • Perform additional duties as required.
4. People Management
   • Train and guide junior staff.
   • Delegate tasks and monitor workflow.
   • Support staff in policy and process adherence.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, Risk Assessment and Management.
• Developing skills in Collaboration, Communication, Professionalism, Inventory Management, Results Orientation, Customer Focus, and Change Management.

Company Industry

• Defence
• Military
• Government

Department / Functional Area

Procurement

Keywords

Procurement Planning Senior Specialist

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