Procurement Manager

About Blacksand

Blacksand is a prominent Saudi developer engaged in various asset classes across Saudi Arabia. The company focuses on delivering projects spanning commercial, retail, hospitality, and residential sectors.

Procurement Manager Role Overview

Blacksand is seeking a Procurement Manager to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves managing the entire procurement lifecycle, from subcontractor pre-qualification and tender strategy through to contract execution and ongoing supplier management. The Procurement Manager will lead a small team of procurement officers, collaborate closely with senior leadership, and serve as the principal procurement authority for Blacksand in the market. The position requires 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Preferred Supplier Register, including pre-qualifying subcontractors and suppliers based on trade category, financial standing, HSE record, and project experience.
• Maintain procurement procedures, tendering standards, and approval frameworks in alignment with the Project Management Plan and Delegation of Authority.
• Develop tendering strategies for subcontract packages, with documented justification and appropriate approval levels.
• Oversee the portfolio-wide Procurement Schedule and integrate it with the master construction program.
• Ensure procurement records are auditable for external due diligence.
• Prepare tender documents, including scope of works, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) or schedule of rates, contract forms, HSE requirements, and commercial terms.
• Lead bid evaluations using a weighted scoring matrix covering technical capability, experience, HSE record, program, and price.
• Manage long-lead items and MEP procurement, identifying critical items early to mitigate program risks.
• Oversee subcontractor commercial compliance throughout the contract lifecycle, including mobilization, performance, variations, payment certification, and final accounts.
• Ensure procurement adherence to ZATCA VAT, GOSI subcontractor obligations, Saudisation targets, and MOMRA/SCA contractor classification requirements.
• Line manage and develop procurement officers, providing clear direction and feedback, and building team capability in KSA construction procurement practices.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Substantial procurement experience in KSA construction or real estate development, specifically with packages directly awarded to subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance procurement standards, such as improving supplier registers or tendering processes.
• Comfortable with open-book, cost-plus commercial models and the transparency they require.
• Results-oriented, with a focus on package values, savings, and program recovery.
• Capable of managing a small team while also actively contributing to the work.

Work Environment

This role operates within a lean and multifunctional team where cross-functional contribution is standard. The position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time engagement.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.