Purchasing Manager📣 Job Ad

Join Mövenpick Al Khobar as a Cluster Purchasing Manager!
As a pivotal part of our team, your role will focus on ensuring the best value and quality in our purchasing strategy. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing, and managing the hotel's purchasing strategy.
• Sourcing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices.
• Maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality.
• Conducting market research to identify savings opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborating with department heads to identify purchasing needs.
• Ensuring compliance with hotel policies and regulatory requirements.
• Analyzing purchasing performance and implementing improvements.
• Managing the purchasing budget in alignment with business objectives.
• Leading and developing the purchasing team through guidance and training.

Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will have proven experience in achieving cost savings, excellent negotiation skills, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in purchasing software and Microsoft Office. This role demands the capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.

Join Compass Project Consulting as a Senior Procurement Manager!

Compass Project Consulting is an award-winning, dynamic, and respected project development consultancy, providing high-quality, value-for-money, and fully tailored services to clients across all sectors. We are known for delivering numerous projects for the region's most ambitious and innovative change-makers. Our core values empower us to perform at our highest level on behalf of our clients.

Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Manager for a major Program Management assignment in Al Khobar, covering high-profile assets including hotels, residential communities, and mixed-use developments. You will oversee all procurement and supply chain activities, including strategy development, tendering, contract negotiations, vendor management, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with program goals and timelines.
• Lead the end-to-end procurement process including tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts.
• Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee procurement compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to forecast procurement needs.
• Monitor procurement performance and manage disputes.

Candidate Requirements:

• At least 15 years of progressive procurement experience, with 5 years in a senior role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS or PMP are desirable.
• Proven experience managing procurement for large-scale projects.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join Us?
At Compass, we offer a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to work on exciting projects. Be part of shaping the future of the built environment in the Middle East.

Job Description: As a Procurement Service Tower Manager at PwC, you will be pivotal in managing day-to-day operations by collaborating with various teams to ensure streamlined project delivery and continuous improvement. You will be part of a dedicated team providing procurement services to PwC clients in the PwC Delivery Centre.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Team Management: Oversee team performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and enhance staff skills to boost service delivery effectiveness.
• Operations Management: Manage operational processes including contract negotiations, procurement strategies, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Process Enhancement: Implement best practices in procurement processes and identify effective cost reduction opportunities.

Expected Skills: Proficient in supplier relationship management, data analysis for procurement decisions, and strong negotiation skills. Familiarity with e-procurement solutions is a plus.

Competencies: Leadership, strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and a results-driven approach are essential for success in this role.

Education & Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in business or supply chain management is required, preferably supplemented with a Master’s Degree and relevant certifications. A minimum of 7 years of professional experience is expected, preferably in the Middle East region.