Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

ManpowerGroup Middle East; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup Middle East is seeking a senior Procurement & Contracts Manager to oversee end-to-end procurement, contract management, and vendor relations in Saudi Arabia. You will lead a team, set strategic plans and budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations to support company objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and over 15 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial capacity; a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Purchasing & Procurement.
• Over 15 years of experience in related field including 5 years in a managerial role.
• Master’s degree in business administration or Purchasing & Procurement (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Contribute and monitor the work done by the team members and ensure it is completed on time without delay.
• Track and report critical organizational unit performance results and escalating business-related issues to senior management.
• Set strategic procurement plans and budgets and oversee the implementation according to the annual procurement allocation in alignment with the company goals and objectives.
• Oversee the development and updates of procurement and contract management policies, to ensure their alignment with industry’s best practices and regulations
• Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, and execution, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Direct the process of evaluation and selection of vendors and ensure compliance with the requirements and level of service required by the company.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, evaluating performance, negotiating terms, and ensuring cost-effective procurement.
• Identify and assess risks associated with procurement and contracts, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, drive cost savings and optimizing value.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, systems, and practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Team leadership

Budget planning

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related

Master’s degree in Business Administration or Purchasing & Procurement (Preferred)

Job description

Purpose:

Oversea all aspects of the supply chain function, including procurement, contract and tendering activities, inventory management, and vendor management to support the company objectives and operational needs

Responsibilities:

• Contribute and monitor the work done by the team members and ensure it is completed on time without delay.


• Track and report critical organizational unit performance results and escalating business-related issues to senior management.


• Set strategic procurement plans and budgets and oversee the implementation according to the annual procurement allocation in alignment with the company goals and objectives.


• Oversee the development and updates of procurement and contract management policies, to ensure their alignment with industry’s best practices and regulations


• Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, and execution, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards.


• Direct the process of evaluation and selection of vendors and ensure compliance with the requirements and level of service required by the company.


• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, evaluating performance, negotiating terms, and ensuring cost-effective procurement.


• Identify and assess risks associated with procurement and contracts, implementing effective mitigation strategies.


• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, drive cost savings and optimizing value.


• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, systems, and practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Purchasing & Procurement, or any other


• Above 15 years of experience in related field including 5 years in a managerial role.


• Master’s degree in business administration, Purchasing & Procurement, or any other (Preferred Requirements)