Procurement Manager

connectalents; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Procurement Manager in Saudi Arabia to lead the procurement function. In this role, you will ensure cost-effective sourcing of goods and services, develop procurement strategies, and optimize inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Supply Chain Management or Business and proven experience in procurement. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential. This position is ideal for those looking to make significant impacts in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement function to ensure cost-effective sourcing.
• Develop procurement strategies and negotiate supplier contracts.
• Manage vendor relationships and optimize inventory levels.
• Implement best practices and ensure compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in procurement software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 08/25/2025

As a Procurement Manager, you will lead the procurement function to ensure cost-effective, timely, and quality sourcing of goods and services. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, negotiating supplier contracts, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing inventory levels to support production and customer needs. The role also involves implementing best practices, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within manufacturing or automation.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain management principles.