Procurement Buyer

About Riyadh International Catering Corporation

Riyadh International Catering Corporation operates McDonald’s Saudi Arabia, holding exclusive franchise rights in the central, eastern, and northern regions of the Kingdom. Established in 1993, the company is a significant contributor to the Kingdom’s economy, supporting local suppliers and investing in the local workforce through hiring and training. It is committed to providing high-quality, safe products, adhering to the highest local and international food safety standards, and designing its menu to support an active and balanced lifestyle.

Job Summary: Procurement Buyer

The Procurement Buyer is responsible for overseeing procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective purchasing of services for McDonald's – RICC in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is essential for optimizing procurement operations, driving cost savings, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring compliance with company policies while supporting business and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of procurement plans, budgets, and purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage supplier sourcing, evaluation, and selection to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Oversee the procurement cycle, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, approvals, and timely order closure.
• Coordinate with internal departments to identify purchasing requirements and ensure timely availability of materials and services.
• Monitor supplier performance, contractual obligations, and service level agreements to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through spend analysis, market benchmarking, and optimization of purchasing practices.
• Ensure procurement transactions, supplier records, and documentation comply with company policies and approval procedures.
• Coordinate with Finance to facilitate supplier payments and resolve outstanding payment issues.
• Supervise and support procurement coordinators through task allocation, performance monitoring, coaching, and development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related field.
• 4–6 years of professional experience in procurement, purchasing, or related supply chain functions.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Buyer role.
• Experience in supplier management, purchasing operations, vendor negotiations, and cost optimization.
• Practical knowledge of procurement processes, purchase order management, and supplier performance evaluation.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong decision-making and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement priorities and work effectively across departments.

Application Information

This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a leading organization in the food service industry. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.