Senior Procurement Specialist

Isuzu Motors Saudi Arabia Company Limited; Al Ahsa Governorate; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist. This role is crucial for optimizing sourcing operations, vendor management, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive procurement expertise, strong leadership skills, and an analytical approach to drive business results.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of procurement experience
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Proven leadership and team development abilities

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage end-to-end procurement cycles from RFI/RFQ/RFP to delivery.
• Lead contract negotiations including pricing and terms.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

SAGE

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Procurement Specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in optimizing our sourcing operations and vendor strategies. The ideal candidate will bring extensive procurement expertise, strong leadership, and a data-driven approach to support our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement Planning

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals
• Conduct spend analyses to uncover cost-saving opportunities
• Forecast procurement needs and support budget planning

Vendor and Supplier Management

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability
• Build and sustain strategic supplier partnerships
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve disputes

Contract Negotiation and Management

• Lead contract negotiations, including pricing and terms
• Ensure compliance and timely renewals of procurement contracts
• Mitigate supply and contractual risks

Compliance and Risk Management

• Enforce compliance with policies, legal standards, and ethics
• Develop procurement policies and handle audit readiness
• Address and resolve procurement-related compliance issues

Operational Execution

• Manage end-to-end procurement cycles (RFI/RFQ/RFP to delivery)
• Leverage ERP systems to optimize procurement processes
• Coordinate with logistics to maintain optimal inventory levels

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and mentor junior team members
• Deliver training and growth opportunities
• Foster a culture of performance and improvement

Reporting and Analytics

• Generate and present procurement insights to leadership
• Monitor key KPIs (cost savings, cycle time, supplier performance)
• Identify improvement opportunities based on data analysis

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 5–7+ years of procurement experience in a similar role
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Proven leadership and team development abilities
• Proficient in procurement tools (SAP, SAGE, Oracle)
• Excellent analytical and communication skills