Senior Buyer Airport Operations Procurement

Riyadh Air; Riyadh Region; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Riyadh Air is seeking a strategic procurement professional to enhance its global airport operations. The role involves leading sourcing and procurement initiatives to improve cost efficiency and service delivery. Candidates should possess a degree and at least 4 years of aviation procurement experience, ideally in a global airline context. Experience with Oracle ERP and procurement software is required. Join us in shaping the future of air travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant aviation experience.
• Focus on procurement or supply chain management.
• Experience with Oracle ERP systems and procurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for operational services.
• Collaborate with teams to develop sourcing strategies.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Procurement Software

Job description

About the Company

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that’s shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About the Role

Riyadh Air is looking for a strategic and detail-oriented procurement professional to support our global airport operations.

In this role, you'll lead sourcing and procurement for key operational services, including Airport Services, Ground Handling, and Cargo Handling, to ensure high performance, cost efficiency, and seamless service delivery across our network.

You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies, manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive quality across every touchpoint of the procurement process. If you’re passionate about operational excellence and ready to make an impact on the ground and in the air, this is your opportunity.

About You

You should be degree qualified with a minimum of 4 years of relevant aviation experience, focusing on procurement or supply chain management.

Experience with Oracle ERP systems, procurement software, and tools is required.

Exposure to a global airline, airport operations procurement, or consulting is highly desirable.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will review applications shortly.