Strategic Procurement Lead – Hospitality Megaprojects (Hybrid)

KEO International; Medina; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

KEO International seeks a highly experienced Procurement Manager for mega hospitality developments in Almadinah, KSA. You will lead extensive procurement and supply chain activities across multiple packages and manage RFQs, negotiations, and supplier performance.

Ideal candidates have 20+ years in construction procurement, with hospitality/mixed-use project experience and strong leadership, contract management, and ERP/Aconex proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years in procurement and supply chain within construction projects.
• Hospitality and mixed-use building projects experience mandatory.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Certifications such as CPP/CPPM/CISCP/CISCM are desirable.
• Strong contract, negotiation and supplier-management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for large hospitality, high-rise and mixed-use projects in KSA/Middle East.
• Manage procurement schedules, tenders, and supplier performance across packages.
• Develop procurement strategies, long-lead item plans, and delivery programmes.
• Handle RFQs, evaluations, negotiations, POs and subcontract procurement.
• Source and prequalify local and international suppliers and vendors.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, FF&E and long-lead items.
• Conduct bid evaluations, value engineering and cost optimisations.
• Coordinate with Design/Engineering/Construction teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor procurement status, manufacturing, shipping, and customs clearance.
• Manage submittals, documentation, approvals, and records.
• Review contracts, warranties, payment terms and variations.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation to protect schedules.
• Expedite deliveries and resolve procurement-related issues.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field

CPP/CPPM/CISCP/CISCM or equivalent certifications

Tools

ERP systems

Aconex

Job description

KEO International seeks a highly experienced Procurement Manager for mega hospitality developments in Almadinah, KSA. You will lead extensive procurement and supply chain activities across multiple packages and manage RFQs, negotiations, and supplier performance.

Ideal candidates have 20+ years in construction procurement, with hospitality/mixed-use project experience and strong leadership, contract management, and ERP/Aconex proficiency.