Senior Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist

Kent; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent is seeking a Senior Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist to join our growing engineering team within the Oil & Gas market in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This pivotal opportunity will shape a new and expanding function, strengthen our technical capability, and enhance Kent’s presence in the sector.

You will manage critical procurement activities, conduct supplier evaluations, support contract negotiations, and drive cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• CIPS certification beneficial.
• 7+ years in procurement or supply chain.
• Strong purchase-to-pay and supplier management knowledge.
• Experience with procurement tools and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities including subcontracts, materials and services.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and manage vendor relationships.
• Support contract negotiations and ensure policy compliance.
• Post-award management of subcontracts and procurement packages.
• Assist in procurement reporting and track performance vs objectives.
• Provide technical support and drive process improvement.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Cost saving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIPS certification

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognize that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job

Kent is seeking a Senior Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist to join our growing engineering Team within the Oil & Gas market in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This is a pivotal opportunity to help shape a new and expanding team, strengthen our technical capability, and enhance Kent’s presence and reputation across the sector.

Description for Internal Candidates

Role scope

To manage critical procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role involves contract negotiations, supplier management, and procurement strategy execution. The incumbent works closely with project teams to align procurement efforts with business needs, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and ensures compliance with procurement regulations and policies. They also support procurement reporting and analytics, track market trends, and assist in supplier performance evaluations.

Details / responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of subcontracts, materials and services
• Conduct supplier evaluations and manage vendor relationships
• Support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Post-award management of assigned subcontracts and procurement packages
• Assist in procurement reporting and tracking performance against objectives
• Provide technical support to procurement teams and contribute to process improvements
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Certification such as CIPS or equivalent is beneficial
• 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of purchase-to-pay processes and supplier management.
• Experience with procurement tools and ERP systems.
• Ability to identify cost‑saving opportunities and manage procurement risks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Behavioral Competency

At Kent, you’ll be trusted to work independently and autonomously, with support when you need it. You’ll bring knowledge of best practices, and you will be willing to support and guide colleagues with less experience. You’ll actively develop and nurture relationships beyond your part of the business, champion change, and seek out new learning and growth opportunities.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.