Procurement Specialist - Fruits and Vegetables

Saudi Networkers Services; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Networkers Services is seeking a procurement professional to develop and maintain supplier networks for fresh fruit and vegetables in Riyadh. You will manage inventory, plan procurement, and oversee product listings and quality updates to ensure timely, cost-effective supply.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English and Arabic to communicate with diverse supplier bases and internal teams. This is a full-time on-site position in Riyadh.

Qualifications

• B2B foodservice procurement experience in Riyadh is required.
• Knowledge of Riyadh’s wholesale markets and local supply chains is essential.
• Minimum 3+ years of fruit and vegetable procurement experience.
• Strong cost control, negotiation, and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic for daily communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier networks for fresh produce procurement.
• Manage inventory and shelf life to reduce waste and improve turnover.
• Plan procurement based on client needs to ensure timely supply.
• Oversee product listings, promotions, and quality updates.
• Optimize costs and margins through negotiations and process improvements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Market insight

Negotiation

Supplier management

English & Arabic proficiency

Job description

Employment:Full Time

1. Develop and maintain supplier networks, ensuring fresh, high-quality, and cost-effective fruit and vegetable procurement.

2. Manage inventory and shelf life to reduce waste and improve turnover.

3. Plan and execute procurement based on client needs, ensuring timely and stable supply.

4. Oversee product operations, including listings, de ions, promotions, and quality updates.

5. Optimize costs and enhance profit margins through negotiation and process improvements.

Requirements:

1. B2B foodservice procurement experience in Riyadh, familiar with hotel, restaurant, and supermarket needs.

2. Knowledge of Riyadh's key wholesale markets and local supply chains.

3. Have minimum 3+ years of fruit and vegetable procurement experience.

4. Strong market insight, cost control, negotiation, and supplier management skills.

5. Proficiency in English and Arabic for daily communication.