Purchase Officer

Digitus_Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Digitus_Group is seeking a Purchasing Officer in Saudi Arabia to manage procurement for telecom infrastructure projects, ensuring quality, cost efficiency and timely delivery. You will build supplier relationships, issue POs, coordinate local and international purchases, and monitor timelines in line with project requirements.

You will evaluate offers, negotiate terms, and collaborate with finance, warehouses, and site teams. Proficiency in ERP systems and fluent Arabic/English are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 3–5 years in procurement or supply chain management.
• Experience in infrastructure contracting or telecommunications sector preferred.
• Strong knowledge of telecommunications network materials, ground excavation requirements, civil works, site requirements, and site security systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review and analyze material requests for telecom projects.
• Procure telecom materials including cables, DC systems, earthing materials, testing equipment, and site materials.
• Coordinate leasing and rental of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive prices and favorable terms.
• Prepare vendor contracts and negotiate terms with accuracy and diligence.
• Review client contracts and participate in contract negotiations when required.
• Issue PO and service orders via ERP systems; monitor approvals and share with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Procurement knowledge

Supplier evaluation

Contract preparation

Vendor management

Communication & coordination

Urgent purchase requests handling

Arabic & English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, Odoo)

Excel

Job description

Job Purpose

To manage and secure the supply of materials equipment services and subcontracted works required for telecommunications infrastructure projects ensuring quality cost efficiency technical compliance and timely delivery The Purchasing Officer is responsible for managing supplier and subcontractor relationships issuing purchase and service orders coordinating local and international procurement monitoring production and delivery timelines and supporting cost control in line with company policies and project requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Receive review and analyze material requests MRs from project departments for telecommunications network and infrastructure projects
• Procure specialized telecommunications infrastructure materials including cables DC systems electromechanical items earthing materials splicing tools testing equipment measurement devices and related site materials
• Coordinate the leasing and rental of vehicles and heavy equipment including trenchers cranes lifting equipment and site vehicles
• Build maintain and strengthen effective relationships with local and international vendors suppliers manufacturers logistics providers and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of approved suppliers for telecommunications infrastructure projects
• Prepare financial and technical comparison tables for quotations tenders and supplier offers
• Evaluate offers based on cost quality delivery time technical compliance payment terms and project requirements
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive prices favorable payment terms improved delivery conditions and cost reductions
• Prepare vendor contracts and negotiate commercial and contractual terms with accuracy diligence and attention to detail
• Review and evaluate client contracts and actively participate in contract negotiation processes when required
• Issue purchase orders and service orders through ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics SAP Oracle or Odoo
• Follow up on PO and service order approvals and share approved orders with suppliers and subcontractors
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchase expenditures revenues contracts supplier payments and related financial transactions
• Coordinate with finance teams to ensure procurement activities comply with company policies approved budgets and payment procedures
• Monitor production timelines and track progress with vendors and manufacturers to ensure materials are delivered as scheduled
• Coordinate with warehouses and project sites to ensure timely delivery of materials and avoid delays in excavation installation and implementation works
• Manage subcontractors for civil works tower erection installation works testing commissioning and other related services
• Negotiate subcontract agreements and follow up on subcontractors progress deliverables invoices and financial claims
• Monitor procurement costs and support cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality safety or technical requirements
• Conduct logistics market analysis to identify competitive freight rates and optimize shipping and transportation costs

International Procurement Responsibilities

• Manage import and international shipping activities with overseas manufacturers and suppliers including fiber optic cable and telecommunications equipment manufacturers
• Coordinate maritime air and land freight operations to ensure timely delivery of imported materials
• Follow up on customs clearance procedures and prepare required import documents including certificates of origin commercial invoices packing lists and shipping documents
• Ensure imported materials comply with applicable Saudi standards SASO requirements and relevant telecommunications regulations
• Coordinate with the Finance Department to open letters of credit process international transfers and manage foreign supplier payments
• Apply and manage approved international trade terms including Incoterms such as FOB CIF and other relevant shipping terms
• Plan external procurement requirements in advance to avoid project delays caused by international shipping lead times and long supply chains

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management. Previous experience in infrastructure contracting companies or the telecommunications sector is preferred. Strong knowledge of telecommunications network materials, ground excavation requirements, civil works, site requirements, and site security systems.

Skills & Competencies

Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive prices, favorable payment terms, delivery conditions, and cost reductions. Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier evaluation, contract preparation, and vendor management. Ability to manage urgent purchase requests and respond quickly to site requirements and project needs. Excellent communication and coordination skills with finance teams, site engineers, warehouses, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients. Proficiency in ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or similar systems. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures related to Saudi ports and telecommunications regulatory requirements. Professional understanding of Incoterms and the legal, financial, and logistics responsibilities associated with international trade. Excellent Arabic and English language skills, both spoken and written.