Manager, Strategic Procurement

Saudia Technic; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudia Technic in Jeddah is seeking a Manager of Strategic Procurement to lead the end-to-end purchasing function, drive strategic sourcing, and optimize cost efficiency across the organization.

You will develop supplier strategies, negotiate favorable terms, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and build a high-performing procurement team while ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field required.
• Experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management a must.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership experience to manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for cost savings and supplier performance.
• Lead negotiations with vendors for favorable terms and pricing.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine procurement needs.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure contracts and quality standards.
• Identify process improvements and best practices in procurement operations.
• Manage a procurement team to ensure efficient and effective processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Leadership

Supplier management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Summary

The Manager of Strategic Procurement plays a key role in overseeing and optimizing the purchasing activities of an organization to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the procurement process.

Job Responsibility

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance.
• Lead negotiations with vendors to secure advantageous terms and pricing agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in procurement operations.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals to ensure efficient and effective procurement processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in strategic procurement, supply chain management, or a similar role.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership experience and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.