Full-time Purchase Specialist Jobs for Fresh Graduates in Riyadh

About the Role

Amazon is seeking a Procurement Specialist (SPM) to join the Site Procurement Operations (SPO) team within the Global Procurement Organization (GPO). This full-time position supports Amazon Stores Operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves partnering with internal business partners, operations teams, and suppliers to deliver strategic procurement projects and value-adding solutions. Key objectives include driving continuous improvement, innovation, sustainability, and mitigating legal and supply risks.

As part of the EMEA Site Procurement Operations (SPO) Team, the Procurement Specialist will contribute to achieving critical SPO Performance Indicators, such as savings, compliance, and sustainability, and will manage invoices on hold. This role operates within a dynamic, fast-paced, and cross-functional environment, supporting the operational efficiency of Amazon's logistics network.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end SPO process and policy, from needs identification to sourcing execution at local, regional, country, and cross-continent levels.
• Anticipate and understand business needs to develop optimal procurement strategies and requirements.
• Lead sourcing activities, including supplier due diligence, negotiations, and risk assessments, utilizing tools such as Coupa (ERP).
• Conduct market research and evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities to enhance and develop the GPO supplier base for current and future needs.
• Deliver sourcing projects (RFI, RFQ, etc.) with varying spend thresholds, complexity, risks, confidentiality requirements, and time constraints, analyzing solutions and providing recommendations.
• Execute and support GPO projects and initiatives, including tenders, cost optimizations, sustainability efforts, and process improvements.
• Support critical yearly peak readiness activities, such as capturing lessons learned, documenting successes, creating pre-peak readiness presentations, and executing playbook actions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Procurement within operations on site, fostering effective business partnerships.
• Proactively partner with Site Leadership, other GPO teams (*, Category, Global Supplier Management), and key functions like Finance and Legal.
• Lead and participate in Monthly Business Reviews (MBR) and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) with key internal and external stakeholders, and contribute expertise to key supplier meetings, GEMBAs, and Daily Deep Dives.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to add value to local procurement categories and processes, identifying and leveraging savings opportunities, performing spend analysis, and supporting strategy definition for the country network.
• Deliver monetary value through diverse cost/revenue management leverages, including operational savings, revenue generation, warrants, and long-term contracts, with the ability to extend SME responsibilities to the EMEA level.
• Act as an ambassador for internal Spending & Transaction and GPO policies, educating business partners on correct behaviors and best practices.
• Provide functional skills training, including to other GPO members.
• Utilize various applications and systems (*, ERP, Quicksight, PowerBI) for reliable reporting and data analysis, including supplier performance metrics.
• Use and enhance available tools to analyze and leverage opportunities and risks related to spend, categories, vendors, legal aspects, and other areas.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle (CLM), driving contract compliance from suppliers.
• Create, negotiate, and execute contractual agreements, including Work Orders and Supply Agreements.
• Manage supplier performance as per relevant governance frameworks.
• Ensure the highest levels of service delivery based on quality, maintenance, costs, sustainability, lead times, and other key elements.
• Lead and support MBR/QBRs, acting as the voice of suppliers, ensuring smooth payment processes, providing necessary support, and implementing corrective and preventive measures when needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience in procurement.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in commodity management.
• Experience in supplier management in a high volume, global sourcing and operations manufacturing environment with a global supply base of contract manufacturers.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (*, SAP, Oracle, Coupa) in large organizations.

Required Skills

• Procurement
• Sourcing
• Negotiations
• Risk Assessments
• Coupa
• Market Research
• Spend Analysis
• Contract Life Management (CLM)
• ERP systems
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Abilities
• Supply Chain Management
• Commodity Management
• Supplier Management

Work Location and Type

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

About the Role

Mace is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This position is integral to a significant and ambitious program focused on a mixed-use development that includes sports facilities, entertainment, arts, and extensive infrastructure. Mace, a leading delivery partner, requires experienced professionals to guide integrated teams through all project phases, aiming for excellence and potential realization.

As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will be instrumental in defining and executing the commercial strategy for this landmark project. Your expertise will ensure commercial value and performance excellence, contributing significantly to the project's success and Mace's standing in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead category management initiatives and develop strong relationships to achieve commercial value and performance excellence.
• Provide effective leadership to procurement teams, establishing appropriate structures, tools, and defined responsibilities to meet project objectives.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and comprehensive market analysis to support strategic planning and critical decision-making.
• Develop and implement robust procurement plans, embedding efficient processes and diligently monitoring delivery performance through team oversight.
• Drive performance management, champion talent development, and provide coaching to team members, while effectively influencing senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate towards the common goal of net-zero carbon transition, taking shared responsibility for the proactive identification and management of associated carbon emissions and reductions throughout project delivery.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Possess a relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
• Hold professional qualifications such as CIPS and other relevant industry certifications.
• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen with extensive expertise in managing high-value, complex tenders.
• Exhibit proven negotiation skills at executive and client levels.
• Possess solid construction and market knowledge, with specific experience working with main contractors.
• Be an effective communicator with strong analytical capabilities, adept at engaging, influencing, and building trusted stakeholder relationships.
• Meet the necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Have relevant work experience on high-valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which is essential for immigration and client approval.

Required Skills

• Category Management
• Relationship Development
• Commercial Value Optimization
• Performance Excellence
• Leadership and Team Management
• Due Diligence
• Market Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Process Implementation and Monitoring
• Performance Management
• Talent Development and Coaching
• Stakeholder Management and Engagement
• Net Zero Carbon Transition Principles
• Commercial Acumen
• High-Value and Complex Tender Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Construction and Market Knowledge
• Main Contractor Experience
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Capability
• Stakeholder Relationship Building

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Mace is an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. The company is open to discussing flexible working options where suitable for the role.

About the Role

Inverto, a part of Boston Consulting Group (BCG), is seeking a Consultant in Procurement to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Inverto focuses on defining the future of procurement and supply chain management, partnering with global organizations to deliver impactful strategies and create lasting value. The company fosters a culture of growth and invests in its people's capabilities. This role offers professional development within a dynamic business environment.

Role Overview

As a Consultant in Procurement, you will engage in comprehensive project work involving the analysis of processes, procurement organizations, and product groups. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies to optimize supply chains and strategic procurement processes, delivering tangible results for clients across diverse industries such as start-ups, retail, consumer goods, energy, automotive, pharmaceutical, and healthcare. The role requires intensive customer consulting, including close collaboration, workshop facilitation, and negotiation. You will also contribute to cross-industry knowledge development through participation in competence centers, continuously enhancing your skillset.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analysis of processes, procurement organizations, and product groups.
• Develop and implement strategies and measures to optimize supply chain and strategic procurement processes.
• Realize tangible results for clients through the implementation of developed strategies.
• Engage in intensive customer consulting, working closely with clients to understand their needs and challenges.
• Prepare and participate in client workshops and negotiations.
• Present processes and structures to clients, acting as a direct point of contact and demonstrating industry-specific know-how.
• Contribute to building knowledge across the company by participating in various competence centers.
• Further develop your skillset in new subject areas through cross-industry development initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with an above-average academic record.
• First relevant experience in procurement, supply chain management, operations, or consulting, gained during studies.
• Ability to think analytically and exhibit flexibility with mobility.
• Enthusiasm for new tasks and a performance-driven work ethic.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment, maintaining a grounded approach, fairness, and authenticity in interactions.
• Confident presence in an international environment.
• Business fluency in English.

Skills and Competencies

• Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Operations
• Consulting
• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Enthusiasm for new tasks
• Performance-driven work ethic
• Teamwork
• Authenticity
• Comfort and effectiveness in an international environment

Work Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 years of experience. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Role

Hilton is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented F&B Cost Controller to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial success of the Food & Beverage department by implementing cost-effective measures and ensuring operational alignment. As an F&B Cost Controller, you will play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy and driving profitability, while embodying Hilton's commitment to hospitality.

As a Food & Beverage Cost Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring the implementation of cost-effective measures and delivering memorable experiences. You will monitor department financial performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate financial insights to key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the financial performance of the Food & Beverage department, identifying opportunities to enhance profitability and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare regular financial reports and lead weekly meetings to inform departments and leadership about financial trends and cost factors.
• Collaborate effectively with members of the hotel finance team and the Food & Beverage department to ensure financial accuracy and operational alignment.
• Support department initiatives by assisting the Finance Lead with special projects that contribute to the overall success of the department.

Professional Attributes

• A passion for hospitality.
• Demonstrate integrity and always do the right thing.
• Exhibit leadership qualities.
• Believe that teamwork drives the best outcomes.
• Show a sense of ownership and accountability.
• Focus on the present, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, understanding its lasting impact.

Required Skills

• Cost Control
• Financial Reporting
• Collaboration
• Hospitality
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Ownership
• Urgency
• Discipline

Position Details

This is a full-time position for an F&B Cost Controller: Purchase to Pay role at Hilton, located in Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 year of experience.