Procurement Lead

Client of Proven SA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing, tech-enabled food delivery platform in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Procurement Lead to oversee and optimize procurement operations across the Kingdom. Responsibilities include vendor management, procurement planning, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement, particularly in the food sector, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in analytical tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in procurement or category operations, preferably in food delivery or F&B.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are a must.
• Citizen/Transferable Iqama is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement planning and sourcing aligned with regional demand.
• Identify and onboard vendors and food partners.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts while maintaining supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Analytical Mindset

Excel Proficiency

Tools

Procurement Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Hiring: Procurement
Lead / Procurement Manager
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Experience: 5+ years in procurement or category operations, preferably in food
delivery or F&B
Notice Period: Immediate / Transferable Iqama only

About the Role

Our client is a
fast-growing, tech-enabled food delivery platform operating across major cities
in Saudi Arabia. Backed by a global digital ecosystem, the company is scaling
rapidly and is focused on operational excellence, local partnerships, and
seamless customer experience. They are seeking a Procurement Lead to manage and
optimize procurement operations across the Kingdom, with a strong focus on food
category vendors and restaurant partnerships.

Key
Responsibilities

• Lead procurement planning and sourcing
  aligned with regional demand and promotional campaigns
  
• Identify and onboard vendors, restaurants,
  and food partners across cities
  
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
  while maintaining supplier performance
  
• Monitor SKU assortment, vendor fill rates,
  lead times, and price adherence
  
• Collaborate closely with logistics,
  operations, marketing, and finance teams
  
• Analyze procurement data to drive cost
  control and supplier optimization
  
• Ensure compliance with procurement SOPs
  and local regulations
  
• Support the launch of new cuisine
  categories and food offerings across key regions
  

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in procurement or
  category operations, preferably in food delivery or F&B
  
• Strong negotiation and vendor management
  skills
  
• Experience working with procurement tools
  or ERP systems
  
• Strong analytical mindset, Excel and
  reporting proficiency required
  
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills
  are a must
  
• Citizen/Transferable Iqama is mandatory
  

Nationality: Any (Arabic-speaking
candidates are preferred)

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in procurement or
  category operations, preferably in food delivery or F&B
  
• Strong negotiation and vendor management
  skills
  
• Experience working with procurement tools
  or ERP systems
  
• Strong analytical mindset, Excel and
  reporting proficiency required
  
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills
  are a must
  
• Citizen/Transferable Iqama is mandatory
  

Nationality: Any (Arabic-speaking
candidates are preferred)

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Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

• Buying
• Purchase
• Procurement

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