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About Red Sea Global

Red Sea Global (RSG) is dedicated to demonstrating a better way to positively shape the places we live, work, and travel. As a purpose-driven organization, RSG is committed to people and the planet. Our transformative programs serve as a driving force for achieving Vision 2030 and leading the world towards regenerative tourism. Join RSG and be part of the positive change for Saudi Arabia and globally.

The Role of Purchasing Manager

Red Sea Global is seeking a Manager - Purchasing to lead and manage all purchasing operations. Based in Riyadh, this full-time role involves planning, sourcing, negotiating, and acquiring goods and services. The Manager will ensure timely delivery, cost efficiency, and optimal supplier performance, while strictly adhering to organizational policies and operational requirements.

Key Functional Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing activities, including purchase requests, supplier sourcing, quotation evaluation, purchase order issuance, negotiations, and timely delivery.
• Lead purchasing activities supporting corporate operations and event delivery, encompassing production, audio-visual services, venues, branding, furniture, catering, logistics, promotional items, and entertainment.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements, prioritize requests, and ensure procurement activities align with operational and project timelines.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions with suppliers to achieve best value while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Establish and maintain approved supplier relationships through evaluation, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure reliable service delivery.
• Monitor purchasing expenditure against approved budgets, analyze spending trends, identify cost-saving opportunities, and prepare purchasing reports and management dashboards.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, delegated authorities, contractual obligations, and applicable governance requirements, maintaining complete documentation.
• Resolve supplier delivery issues, quality concerns, invoice discrepancies, and purchasing-related risks to minimize operational disruptions and maintain business continuity.
• Support inventory planning and demand forecasting by coordinating purchasing schedules with operational requirements and supplier lead times where applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement of purchasing processes, systems, supplier performance, and operational efficiency to enhance service quality and purchasing effectiveness.

Managerial Accountabilities

• Provide input to the Department’s strategy from the Section or Unit perspective, in alignment with RSG’s vision and mission.
• Develop the Section or Unit’s objectives, KPIs, and annual operational plans, ensuring implementation meets performance targets.
• Contribute to the Section or Unit’s budget preparation and monitor financial performance.
• Implement and ensure adherence to Section or Unit policies and procedures; oversee performance and KPI communication.
• Ensure effective staffing, development, and deployment of Section or Unit employees in coordination with higher management.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates for the Manager - Purchasing position should possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in purchasing and procurement management. A proven track record in leading comprehensive purchasing operations, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance within a professional organizational setting is required.

Work Location

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.