Head of IT Procurement & Tech Sourcing

Riyadh Air; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Riyadh Air in Riyadh is seeking a seasoned IT procurement leader to drive the digital procurement function, shaping technology investments and supplier strategies across software, cloud services, cybersecurity, and managed services.

You will build and execute IT procurement strategies, consolidate spend, negotiate long-term agreements, and lead a high-performing team, aligning decisions with enterprise architecture and roadmaps.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT procurement or category management.
• Proven leadership in fast-paced environments.
• Expert-level capability in contract management and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital procurement function and team.
• Develop IT procurement strategies aligned with objectives.
• Consolidate spend and negotiate long-term agreements.
• Ensure governance, compliance and data privacy.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance and business stakeholders.
• Drive cost optimization and value across technology portfolios.

Skills

IT procurement

Technology sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Budget optimization

Vendor governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Riyadh Air in Riyadh is seeking a seasoned IT procurement leader to drive the digital procurement function, shaping technology investments and supplier strategies across software, cloud services, cybersecurity, and managed services.

You will build and execute IT procurement strategies, consolidate spend, negotiate long-term agreements, and lead a high-performing team, aligning decisions with enterprise architecture and roadmaps.