Manager, Procurement

KBR; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Saudi Arabia seeks a Manager, Procurement to lead strategic purchasing for goods, services and supplies. You will negotiate terms, discounts, and long-term contracts while coordinating with operations, maintenance, warehouse and engineering to ensure timely delivery and execution.

The role drives value for money within a stringent regulatory framework, reviews procurement processes, and guides a team to develop a more strategic procurement approach across the business.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field and 9+ years of experience.
• Proven track record in strategic procurement and contract management.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, warehouse and engineering for scheduling and movement of goods.
• Lead the Procurement team to develop a strategic approach and ensure compliant processes.

Skills

Procurement management

Negotiation

Supply chain coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Manager, Procurement
(BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED) Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies. Takes responsibility for purchases in support of customer-related business processes or for internal use. Discusses defects and delivery problems with suppliers, and is responsible for negotiating refunds. Coordinates with operations, maintenance, warehouse and engineering to ensure proper scheduling and movement of goods and supplies. Manages the Procurement team to develop a more strategic Procurement approach. Ensure efficient and effective procurement processes that meet all legal, technical and commercial factors within a stringent regulatory framework. Drive value for money through the procurement of goods, services and works. Co-ordination of procurement activities, ensuring effective support is provided to the business. Review and develop Procurement processes and procedures, ensuring any proposed changes are properly reviewed by relevant stakeholders, appropriately communicated to the business, and implemented effectively. Work with other departments to develop appropriate contracting strategies for different types of work ensuring the business is protected. Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of a degree and 9+ years of experience.