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About the Role:
As a Senior Procurement Manager - Long Lead Equipment at DataVolt, you will oversee the procurement and logistics of long-lead equipment for our data center projects in Saudi Arabia. You will play a crucial role in ensuring vendor alignment with project schedules and technical specifications while optimizing cost efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Manage long-term framework agreements with long-lead equipment vendors.
• Ensure suppliers meet technical and delivery requirements for all special project vehicles (SPVs).
• Obtain budgetary pricing from vendors during the development phases.
• Lead tendering processes throughout project development stages to construction.
• Coordinate logistics from FOB to site in collaboration with EPC Contractors.
• Optimize import duties and monitor regional regulatory requirements affecting delivery.
• Provide support for negotiations of long-term service agreements (LTSAs) with OEMs as necessary.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field; advanced qualifications are a plus.
• 8+ years experience in procurement and logistics of infrastructure or energy projects with a focus on long-lead equipment and international vendors.
• Proficient in vendor and framework agreement management.
• Experience in procurement and tendering strategy creation.
• Logistics and import coordination expertise.
• Strong background in budget estimation and pricing analysis.

Join the Asas Makin Company for Real Estate Development and Investment as a Purchasing Manager.
We are looking for a person responsible for supplying the company with products and services that align with the company's budget, and establishing diverse strategies to find purchasing opportunities at reasonable prices and high quality. The main tasks will include:

• Preparing and implementing purchasing strategies that are suitable for the nature of real estate development projects.
• Managing the purchasing processes of construction materials, finishes, and related services for the projects.
• Negotiating with suppliers and contractors to ensure the best prices, quality, and adherence to delivery schedules.
• Building and developing a database of approved suppliers and contractors and maintaining strategic relationships with them.
• Developing the purchasing team and monitoring employee performance, providing necessary training and guidance to them.
• Coordinating with project management, engineering, and planning departments to ensure timely meeting of purchasing needs.
• Monitoring budgets and costs and providing periodic reports on the state of purchases and supplies.
• Following the application of approved policies and procedures in purchasing management and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the real estate development or contracting sector.
• High negotiation and contract management skills.
• Familiarity with procurement and contract systems, as well as local and international standards.
• Proficiency in using ERP programs such as Odoo for managing purchasing, inventory, and contracts.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to develop and motivate the team.
• Preference for experience in the real estate development sector and the ability to start work immediately.

Join our team as a Procurement Manager!
Our client, a leading food investment company specializing in high-end and fast casual food concepts, is seeking a dedicated Procurement Manager to oversee their supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, vendor management, and inventory control.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement best practices to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
• Implement inventory management policies to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Work with restaurant managers to ensure timely supply delivery.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field; a master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office.
• Solid understanding of logistics and contract terms.
• Saudi Arabian work experience is preferred.