Senior Procurement Officer

PERI GmbH Formwork Scaffolding Engineering; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global construction company in Jeddah is seeking a skilled procurement professional to develop and implement procurement strategies for direct and indirect purchases. The ideal candidate will have a degree in supply chain or related fields, with 5–8 years of relevant experience and strong negotiation skills. The role offers a competitive salary, medical insurance, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Medical insurance

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience in construction or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of steel products and fabrication processes.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies covering direct and indirect purchases.
• Negotiate contracts and terms to maximize cost savings.
• Lead and develop the procurement team.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Advanced Excel

Job description

Creating the future – Your tasks in our team

• Strategic Procurement (Direct & Indirect)
• Develop and implement procurement strategies covering both direct (steel fabrication, components, building materials) and indirect purchases (services, consumables, equipment, etc.).
• Ensure alignment of procurement plans with project requirements, production schedules, and company objectives.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to achieve optimal cost savings and value creation.
• Supplier Development and Relationship Management
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for steel, fabrication, and construction materials.
• Conduct supplier audits, technical assessments, and compliance checks (quality, capacity, certifications, financial stability).
• Establish a qualified and diversified supplier base to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Build strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable delivery, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Drive supplier performance management through KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost, sustainability).
• Procurement Operations & Compliance.
• Manage the full procurement cycle: RFQs, bid analysis, supplier contract discussions, and purchase order execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical procurement standards.
• Implement procurement systems, digital tools, and reporting mechanisms for visibility and control.
• Team Management & Development.
• Lead, coach and develop the procurement team to achieve operational excellence and professional growth.
• Define team KPIs, monitor performance, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment with operations, engineering, finance and Administration.
• Provide reporting to local management & related functions in HQ.

Let’s aim high – the benefits for you

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Medical insurance and other standard benefits as per company policy.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a leading global construction company.

Qualification/experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience, preferably in construction, formwork, scaffolding, or steel/manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of steel products, fabrication processes, and construction materials supply market.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, development, and contract negotiations.
• Leadership experience in managing and developing procurement teams.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement software, and advanced Excel/analytics.