Procurement Sr.Manager

Ninja; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail procurement is seeking a Procurement Senior Manager in Al-Qassim Province, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will oversee procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead a team of procurement professionals. With a bachelor's degree and minimum of 8 years in procurement, this role demands strong negotiation and analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management in the retail sector.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Monitor and analyze market trends and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with various departments to forecast demand and manage procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

As a Procurement Senior Manager at Ninja, you will oversee the procurement department's strategic initiatives to ensure efficient and effective sourcing of goods and services in alignment with business objectives. This role will require you to lead a team of procurement professionals, implementing best practices to optimize vendor performance, manage contracts, and drive cost savings initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Monitor and analyze market trends and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with various departments to forecast demand and manage procurement activities.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement practices.
• Prepare and maintain accurate procurement documentation and reports.
• Lead the procurement team in training and developing skills related to purchasing and supplier management.
• Identify areas for cost reduction while maintaining quality and service standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management in Retail sector.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of market dynamics and supplier trends.