Head of Procurement

The Professionals; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail firm in Riyadh is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing and supplier negotiations. This role requires over 9 years of experience in procurement within the retail industry. Candidates should have strong skills in contract management, vendor relations, and proficiency with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. The position offers a chance to lead and develop a procurement team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of procurement/supply chain experience in retail.
• Proficient with ERP systems and data analysis tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing needs based on inventory and forecasts.
• Negotiate with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Oversee purchase orders and quality assurance.
• Implement process improvements and sustainability practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement staff.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Vendor relations

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

Manage purchasing needs based on inventory data, sales forecasts, and market trends.

Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and long-term partnerships.

Oversee purchase orders, delivery follow-ups, and quality assurance of goods.

Maintain optimal inventory levels and align forecasts with seasonal retail demand.

Develop and manage supplier relationships, including audits and performance evaluations.

Control procurement budgets, track KPIs, and prepare regular reports.

Implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and sustainability practices.

Collaborate with merchandising, logistics, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.

Lead, mentor, and develop procurement staff. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

9+ years of procurement / supply chain experience in the retail industry.

Strong skills in supplier negotiations, contract management, and vendor relations.

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data analysis tools.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.