Senior Procurement Specialist

ZAD FOODS; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Zad Foods in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Procurement & Sourcing Supervisor to lead sourcing, supplier negotiations, and purchasing operations in a food manufacturing setting.

The role requires 4–10 years in procurement, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong ERP & data analysis skills. You will collaborate with production, quality, warehousing and logistics teams to ensure timely raw material supply while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the specified fields with 4–10 years procurement experience.
• Experience in food manufacturing/FMCG and regulatory awareness (SFDA, Halal, HACCP).
• Strong ERP, Excel and data analysis skills; proficient with major ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across local, GCC and international vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, payment terms, lead times and volume discounts.
• Oversee P2P processes in ERP and coordinate with logistics, QA and legal teams.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Sourcing strategy

ERP data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Business Administration

Food Science

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Odoo

MS Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

Location: Saudi Arabia/ Hautat Sudair

Industry: Food Manufacturing / FMCG

Experience: 4–10 Years

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Procurement & Sourcing Supervisor to lead sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, purchasing operations, and supply chain coordination within a food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying competitive suppliers, securing cost-effective purchasing agreements, ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and packaging, and maintaining compliance with applicable Saudi import and food safety regulations. This role requires strong analytical skills, ERP expertise, and the ability to collaborate with production, quality, warehousing, and logistics teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and benchmark local, GCC, and international suppliers of dry food raw materials and primary and secondary packaging.
• Develop alternative sourcing channels to reduce supplier dependency and minimize supply chain risks.
• Monitor commodity prices, freight costs, and import lead times to optimize purchasing decisions.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on delivery reliability, product quality, rejection rates, and invoice accuracy.

Commercial Negotiations & Contracts

• Lead supplier negotiations covering pricing, minimum order quantities, payment terms, lead times, and volume discounts.
• Develop and review purchase agreements and supply contracts in coordination with Quality Assurance and Legal teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining material quality and supply continuity.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key business partners.

Purchasing & Supply Chain Operations

• Manage the end-to-end Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process through the ERP system, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier invoice coordination.
• Convert Material Requirements Planning (MRP) outputs into approved purchase orders in line with company procedures.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping companies, and customs brokers to ensure timely import clearance and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with inventory planning and warehouse teams to maintain appropriate safety stock levels, prevent production shortages, and reduce excess inventory.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: 4–10 years of hands-on procurement and sourcing experience, preferably in food manufacturing, FMCG, bakery, blending operations, or chemical processing.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Professional Certification: CIPS certification is an advantage.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with SFDA food import requirements, Halal compliance, food-grade packaging standards, and HACCP/FSSC 22000 frameworks.
• ERP & Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar ERP systems, with strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Commercial Skills: Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost analysis, and contract management capabilities.
• Languages: Professional fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is strongly preferred.