Senior Specialist Services and Solutions Procurement📣 إعلان

منذ ساعتين تقريبا

	نوع العقد	دوام كامل
	طبيعة الوظيفة	بالموقع
	الموقع	الخبر

وصف الوظيفة

About the Role

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Specialist, Services and Solutions Procurement to join our team in Al Khobar, Eastern region. This full-time role focuses on developing and driving a project procurement strategy to support business growth, profitability, and cash flow improvement. The successful candidate will manage Project Resale materials & services, Non-Project purchasing, Logistics, and other functional areas as required, while maintaining strong cross-functional relationships and a customer-driven ethos. The position also involves formulating risk management strategies and collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate business risks, offering significant development opportunities and exposure to strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement project procurement strategies to enhance business growth, profitability, and cash flow through continuous productivity improvements.
Manage procurement activities for Project requirements, ensuring adherence to schedules, specifications, and budgets.
Formulate and execute Project Procurement Plans in collaboration with Project Managers/Coordinators.
Identify and qualify key third-party suppliers and sub-contractors for framework agreements to secure competitive pricing and services.
Administer bid panels, issue bid requests, coordinate bidder responses, analyze bids, and prepare commercial bid summaries and recommendations.
Influence the project bid/proposal process by ensuring optimal third-party strategies for competitive cost positioning.
Ensure procurement processes comply with company and client requirements, policies, and procedures.
Evaluate risks and implement appropriate risk management plans to prevent cost/schedule overruns and ensure supply continuity.
Collaborate with Sales/Proposal, Project Delivery, and peers to drive material productivity and operational synergies.
Handle Project RFQs, commercial evaluations, PO awards, and PO administration through to final delivery and close-out.
Develop and maintain a commercially sound vendor base, survey the market for new supply sources, and manage the Project "Approved Vendor List."
Manage continuous evaluation of vendor performance.
Provide logistics and warehouse support, including seaworthiness packing and delivery to customer sites.
Deploy digital transformation tools and streamline end-to-end processes.
Ensure compliance with trade requirements, rules, and due diligence checks.
Perform bid analysis and make recommendations in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including import/export tariffs, documentation, customs, and revenue.
Manage and undertake expediting activities across third-party and inter-company supply chains.
Promote integrity, professionalism, and adherence to Schneider Electric ethical standards.
Drive continuous improvement in supply chain activities and participate in organizational improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all regional and global policies, procedures, and quality accreditations.

Qualifications and Experience

A degree in Supply Chain or Engineering.
Minimum of 7 years of related experience, preferably in process automation, Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC), or Large Oil & Gas industries.
Experience with sub-contract services and outsourcing.
Strong knowledge of project procurement practices and cost structures.
Strong knowledge of contract types, contractual terms and conditions, with experience in negotiating and developing contracts.
Experience in international sourcing and developing global supplier relationships.
Proficiency in using integrated ERP systems (*, SAP) and procurement tools such as SRM.
Experience operating within a cross-matrix organization is advantageous.

Required Skills

Strong negotiation skills and understanding of contract law.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with keen attention to detail.
Ability to interact effectively with various levels of management, demonstrating outstanding verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
Strong knowledge of procurement practices, regulations, and policies.
Strong organizational skills, including effective time management and decision-making capability.
Sound understanding of other business functions, particularly Project Management, Tendering, and Finance.
Proven project management and problem-solving skills with a track record of achievements.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment and achieve credibility with colleagues.
A strong team player with a passion for excellence, driving improvements, and a customer-focused approach to resolving issues.
Business standard English fluency is essential.
Demonstrates Schneider Electric Core Values.

Work Environment and Culture

This is a full-time position based in Al Khobar, Eastern region. The role operates within a dynamic and fast-moving environment, requiring confident decision-making and collaborative engagement across various business disciplines and a cross-matrix organization. Schneider Electric fosters a culture of integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement, where adherence to ethical standards and global policies is paramount.