Procurement Specialist📣 Job Ad

About GAC Group and the Role

GAC Group is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join its team in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time position is integral to managing procurement activities and sourcing strategies that support the company's shipping, logistics, marine, and gas operations. GAC Group is committed to supporting local talent development and encourages talented Saudi professionals to apply for this role.

Role Purpose and Impact

The Procurement Specialist will play a key role in ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services. This involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver cost efficiencies, maintain quality standards, and support operational continuity across various business units within GAC Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end procurement activities for operational, technical, and corporate requirements.
• Sourcing suppliers, conducting RFQs/tenders, and negotiating commercial terms and contracts.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Managing approved vendor databases and supporting supplier qualification processes.
• Monitoring supplier performance and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations.
• Supporting procurement requirements for logistics, shipping, marine, and gas-related operations and projects.
• Conducting spend analysis, cost optimization initiatives, and procurement reporting.
• Coordinating closely with Finance, Operations, and Project teams to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Identifying procurement risks and contributing to strategic sourcing initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably within logistics, shipping, freight forwarding, marine services, or the oil & gas sector.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiations.
• Experience managing procurement processes through ERP systems.
• Knowledge of logistics and shipping operations; experience in gas industry procurement is an advantage.
• Experience in cost management, procurement analytics, and supplier performance management.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Region.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified requirements are invited to submit their applications for consideration.