Manager - External Programs & Policies

Qiddiya Investment Company 1; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Multicultural work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company seeks a seasoned Local Content Manager to lead strategy, policy implementation, and supplier development across major infrastructure and entertainment projects in Saudi Arabia.

The role focuses on aligning with Vision 2030, coordinating with procurement and regulatory bodies, and building capacity with local suppliers while ensuring compliance and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of experience in local content management, policy implementation, or supplier development.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s in Public Policy, Business Administration, or Supply Chain are advantageous.
• Certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or CSCP preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of Saudi Arabia’s local content policies, government regulations, and Vision 2030 initiatives.
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy local content strategies aligned with PIF and national objectives.
• Monitor and interpret local content regulations to ensure full compliance.
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and analysis of local content performance.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain to embed local content targets into operations.
• Assist in designing programs to build capacity within local supplier bases.
• Coordinate with government agencies and other bodies to foster supplier growth and compliance.
• Prepare for audits and liaise with government officials and regulators.
• Provide training on local content requirements and best practices.

Skills

Local content management

Policy implementation

Supplier development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or Master’s in related field

Tools

CIPS

CPSM

CSCP

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Local Content Strategy and Implementation

• Support the development and deployment of strategies aimed at enhancing local content across Qiddiya projects in alignment with PIF and national objectives.


• Monitor and interpret local content regulations and government mandates to ensure full compliance.


• Maintain documentation, reporting, and analysis related to local content performance and impact.


• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including procurement and supply chain teams, to embed local content targets into operational processes.

2. Supplier Development and Engagement

• Assist in the design and execution of programs that build capacity and capabilities within local supplier bases.


• Establish and maintain relationships with local suppliers, government agencies, and other relevant bodies to foster supplier growth and compliance.

3. Stakeholder Coordination and Compliance

• Coordinate with internal teams to prepare for audits and ensure adherence to local content policies.


• Serve as a liaison to external stakeholders including government officials and regulatory bodies.


• Provide guidance and training to relevant teams on local content requirements and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 9 years of relevant experience in local content management, policy implementation, or supplier development, ideally within large-scale projects such as construction, infrastructure, or urban development.


• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees such as MBA or Master’s in Public Policy, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management are advantageous.


• Certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or CSCP are preferred but not mandatory.


• Strong understanding of Saudi Arabia’s local content policies, government regulations, and Vision 2030 initiatives.


• Proven ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.


• Excellent command of English; proficiency in Arabic is a strong asset.


• Prior experience working within the Saudi Arabian business environment is highly desirable.

Benefits

• The opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking, visionary project that will redefine the future of entertainment and lifestyle in Saudi Arabia.


• A dynamic, multicultural work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.


• Competitive compensation and benefits in line with the scope and scale of the Qiddiya project.

Join us in building the Destination City of the future!