Procurement & Tendering Manager

Desert Technologies; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Procurement & Tendering Manager to lead all procurement activities. Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, managing the tendering cycle from RFQ to awards, and ensuring compliance with policies. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience in procurement, a background in Electrical Engineering, and proven leadership skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in procurement and tendering.
• Strong expertise in tender preparation and bid evaluation.
• Solid experience in large-scale projects or EPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and tendering strategies.
• Oversee the full tendering cycle, including RFQs and RFPs.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and lead negotiations.

Skills

Tender preparation

Bid evaluation

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Leadership

Education

Educational background in Electrical Engineering

Job description

📢 Job Opportunity | Procurement & Tendering Manager

Desert Technologies is seeking to hire a Procurement & Tendering Manager.

Nationality: Saudi Nationals only

Role Overview

The Procurement & Tendering Manager will lead and manage all procurement and tendering activities, from strategic planning and tender issuance to evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The role plays a critical part in ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and successful delivery of company projects.

Key Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in procurement and tendering.
• Educational background in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong expertise in tender preparation, bid evaluation, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
• Solid experience in large-scale projects, EPC environments, or industrial sectors.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and tendering strategies aligned with Desert Technologies’ business objectives.
• Oversee the full tendering cycle, including RFQs, RFPs, evaluations, and awards.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and lead commercial negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, budgets, and contractual terms.
• Drive cost optimization while maintaining quality and technical compliance.