Regional Procurement Leader: Marketing, IT & Travel

Jamjoom Pharma; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Jeddah is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to manage procurement activities across the Gulf region. You will lead marketing, IT, and travel procurement while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of procurement experience in related industries, demonstrating strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in procurement.
• Experience in marketing, IT procurement, and corporate travel sourcing.
• Industry experience preferably in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for marketing-related services across the region.
• Oversee sourcing and vendor management for IT hardware and software.
• Manage regional travel procurement including travel booking services.
• Develop regional category strategies and run RFPs with vendors.

Skills

Negotiation capabilities

Vendor management

Commercial acumen

Project management

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Procurement or related field

MBA or professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM)

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Ariba

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company in Jeddah is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to manage procurement activities across the Gulf region. You will lead marketing, IT, and travel procurement while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of procurement experience in related industries, demonstrating strong negotiation and vendor management skills.