Job description
Summary
The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing SAWACO’s procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services required for operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a reliable supply chain, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Procurement Strategy Development: Develop and implement procurement strategies to support SAWACO’s operational and financial goals.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
- Able to negotiate, establish, and manage credit agreements with suppliers for the procurement of consumable materials, fittings, and other operational requirements.
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve favorable conditions.
- Procurement Process Oversight: Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to delivery.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders and contracts.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions and supplier performance.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the procurement team, including performance evaluations and professional development
- Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and priorities.
- Communicate with suppliers and contractors to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
- Cost Control and Budgeting: Monitor procurement budgets and control costs without compromising quality or delivery.
- Prepare cost analysis reports and present them to senior management.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance.
- Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.
- Experience with customs and clearance and freight forwarding
- Strong knowledge of local freight forwarders and brokers, at least 5 years
- Experience with KSA customs procedures, and knowledge of HS codes
- Ability to use SABER platform to issue conformity certificates to ensure timely clearance of international shipments at least 5 years’ experience
- Basic knowledge of FASAH platform
- Preferred to have experience with applying customs duties exemptions
- Ability to use SABER platform to issue conformity certificates to ensure timely clearance of international shipments at least 5 years’ experience
- Basic knowledge of FASAH platform
- Preferred to have experience with applying customs duties exemptions
Skills
Required Experiences
- Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in the manufacturing, RO Plants, utilities, construction, or industrial sectors.
- At least 5 years of experience in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
Key Skills of the position
- Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favourable terms with suppliers.
- Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse procurement data and provide insights.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve procurement-related issues promptly.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Required Qualifications and Training
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Training: Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are a plus.
- Training in procurement, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
- Languages: Arabic Native
- English: Excellent proficiency in written and spoken communication.
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Preferred candidate
Years of experience
5 - 15 years
Residence location
Saudi Arabia
Degree
Bachelor's degree / higher diploma
Major
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management
