Strategic Purchasing Supervisor

Ennismore; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 84,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The FAENA Movement is expanding in Saudi Arabia with FAENA The Red Sea. We seek a Purchasing Supervisor to oversee daily procurement, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure policy compliance to support operations.

The role requires 2–5 years in purchasing, a related degree, and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle NetSuite). Strong Excel skills and vendor management are essential for cost control and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Good understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and inventory control.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data tracking.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily purchasing activities and ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations.
• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders accurately.
• Ensure purchases comply with company policies, budgets, and approval procedures.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor order status and follow up to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Resolve issues related to delayed deliveries, incorrect items, or quality concerns.
• Maintain updated records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information.
• Support inventory control by coordinating with stores/warehouse teams.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Ensure proper documentation for all procurement transactions.
• Work closely with finance and operations departments on purchasing needs.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or excess inventory.
• Assist in cost control and identifying savings opportunities.
• Prepare purchasing reports and updates for management review.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and internal controls.
• Support audits by providing required purchasing documentation.
• Train and guide junior purchasing staff when needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Analytical reporting

Team supervision

Policy compliance

Problem solving

Vendor management

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Business / Finance

Diploma in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

Job description

The FAENA Movement is expanding in Saudi Arabia with FAENA The Red Sea. We seek a Purchasing Supervisor to oversee daily procurement, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure policy compliance to support operations.

The role requires 2–5 years in purchasing, a related degree, and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle NetSuite). Strong Excel skills and vendor management are essential for cost control and timely deliveries.