Strategic Procurement Leader: Strategy & Compliance

Confidential; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Confidential is seeking a highly experienced Head of Procurement to lead end-to-end procurement strategies, category plans, and contracting activities in alignment with corporate objectives.

The role requires steering complex negotiations, governance improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Technical teams. A strong leadership track record and at least 15 years in procurement are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in procurement/contract/commercial roles, incl. 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong leadership, analytics, negotiation, and advisory capabilities.
• Detail-oriented with high compliance and risk mindset.
• Ability to drive transformation and manage cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of procurement strategies and category plans.
• Oversee procurement and contracting activities in line with policies.
• Review requisitions, tender strategies, and award recommendations.
• Drive closure of audit observations with corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to senior stakeholders on procurement and risk.
• Lead supplier negotiations for optimal commercial/contract outcomes.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Technical teams for alignment.
• Champion continuous improvement in governance, efficiency, and digitalization.
• Mentor and develop procurement team to build capability.
• Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and commercial risks.

Skills

Strategic procurement leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Contract management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/SCM/Engineering/Law

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Confidential is seeking a highly experienced Head of Procurement to lead end-to-end procurement strategies, category plans, and contracting activities in alignment with corporate objectives.

The role requires steering complex negotiations, governance improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Technical teams. A strong leadership track record and at least 15 years in procurement are essential.