Senior Global Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist

Confidential; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Jeddah is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer Specialist to strengthen our procurement team. You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships across international factories, with focus on China.

You will drive cost reductions, implement robust PO processes, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality. Fluency in English is required; Arabic and Mandarin are advantageous for regional interactions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of buying and sourcing experience.
• 5+ years sourcing directly from factories in China.
• Experience with supplier sourcing, factory evaluation, negotiation, and costing.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Experience managing international suppliers and manufacturers.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes and PO management.
• GCC experience preferred, especially within the Saudi market.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Fluent English; Arabic and/or Mandarin an advantage.

Skills

Supplier sourcing

Negotiation

Factory evaluation

PO management

International suppliers

English proficiency

Arabic/Mandarin advantage

Job description

Confidential in Jeddah is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer Specialist to strengthen our procurement team. You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships across international factories, with focus on China.

You will drive cost reductions, implement robust PO processes, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality. Fluency in English is required; Arabic and Mandarin are advantageous for regional interactions.