Strategic Procurement Lead

Saudi Telecom Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Telecom Company seeks a procurement leader to oversee end-to-end procurement for various projects. You will drive sourcing strategies, evaluate suppliers, and manage contracts with a focus on cost-efficiency and service levels.

You will also monitor market trends, analyze risks, and coordinate cross-functional resources to deliver value while maintaining SLAs and supplier performance. Ambition to optimize spend and align with corporate policy is essential.

Qualifications

• Masters or MBA in a related field required.
• Experience in purchasing and procurement operations, contract management in telecom.
• Proven track record in strategic procurement and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities from RFP development to contract signature.
• Develop sourcing strategies and oversee supplier selection.
• Manage SLAs for change orders and supplier spend areas.
• Provide input on supply market trends and risk assessments.
• Maintain supplier catalog and drive synergies with subsidiaries.
• Lead business cases with cross-functional resources and timelines.

Skills

Procurement principles

Supply chain concepts

Technology products

RFI/RFQ/RFP processes

Vendor selection and negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

People management

Planning and scheduling

Business acumen

Strategic sourcing

Market knowledge

Education

Masters Degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)

Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)

CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Tools

ERP/Procurement systems

Job description

Saudi Telecom Company seeks a procurement leader to oversee end-to-end procurement for various projects. You will drive sourcing strategies, evaluate suppliers, and manage contracts with a focus on cost-efficiency and service levels.

You will also monitor market trends, analyze risks, and coordinate cross-functional resources to deliver value while maintaining SLAs and supplier performance. Ambition to optimize spend and align with corporate policy is essential.