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About the Role

AECOM, a global infrastructure consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead and oversee all procurement activities for large-scale construction projects in Jeddah and Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This role is responsible for driving procurement strategy and execution, managing commercial negotiations, ensuring supplier performance, and maintaining compliance with company policies and Saudi regulations. The position requires strong commercial acumen, extensive procurement expertise in construction and infrastructure, and proven experience in the Saudi and Middle Eastern markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with project objectives, financial budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Lead and oversee end-to-end procurement processes, including requisitioning, tendering, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, contract award, and supplier induction.
• Manage, mentor, and develop procurement teams to deliver cost-effective and timely procurement solutions.
• Conduct sophisticated commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors to secure optimal commercial terms, competitive pricing, and balanced risk allocation.
• Prepare, review, and approve all procurement documentation, including RFQs, RFPs, contracts, scopes of work, purchase orders, and bid evaluation reports.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable Saudi regulations and industry standards.
• Establish, nurture, and maintain strategic supplier relationships, actively managing supplier performance and addressing supply chain issues proactively.
• Coordinate and collaborate with project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics teams to align procurement plans with project delivery timelines and technical specifications.
• Conduct thorough supplier prequalification and due diligence assessments, managing vendor risk evaluations and developing mitigation strategies.
• Oversee cost control initiatives, identify value engineering opportunities, and implement procurement cost-saving measures.
• Support the resolution of procurement-related disputes and supply chain claims.
• Maintain comprehensive procurement records, develop performance dashboards, and provide regular strategic reporting to senior management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of total experience in procurement within the construction and infrastructure sector.
• At least 6 years of hands-on commercial procurement experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) or the broader Middle East (ME) region.
• Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing complex procurement campaigns for large-scale construction projects.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in contract drafting and review.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, commercial terms, and supply-chain management specific to construction and infrastructure.
• Comprehensive understanding of Saudi procurement regulations, local market dynamics, and the regional supplier base.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (*, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) with demonstrated commercial experience in procurement.

Required Skills

• Procurement Strategy Development and Implementation
• Commercial Negotiations and Contract Management
• Supplier Performance Management and Relationship Building
• Contract Drafting and Review
• Procurement Best Practices and Supply Chain Management
• Saudi Procurement Regulations and Local Market Dynamics
• Stakeholder Management and Communication
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Experience with ERP or e-procurement platforms is preferred.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires travel to project sites as needed. AECOM is committed to a secure recruitment process, with all new employees required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.