Senior Manager - Procurement (TU)📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
Jasara Program Management Company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Procurement Manager to support the procurement activities for major construction and infrastructure projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring that supply chain, contract management, and supplier performance activities are accurately aligned with project objectives, timelines, and budgets. The Senior Manager will foster procurement excellence, ensure compliance, and create value across the company's project portfolio, working closely with the Procurement Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the procurement team, setting individual goals, overseeing performance, and fostering development to enhance team productivity.
- Ensure the timely delivery of all procurement activities, strictly adhering to Tender Event Schedule (TES) timelines.
- Oversee the execution and management of complex contract agreements, maintaining effective communication with suppliers to ensure proper delivery of services and meet business needs.
- Implement the overall procurement department strategy to effectively support the achievement of the organization's strategic objectives.
- Lead the development and oversee the implementation of robust procurement department policies, procedures, and controls.
- Effectively coordinate with various departments to understand scope owner needs and interdependencies, ensuring comprehensive procurement plans are developed to meet desired needs and requirements.
- Ensure regular updates and revisions to the procurement plan based on changing priorities and business needs for the relevant function heads, in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Manage the execution of approved procurement strategies for the purchase of high-quality, cost-effective goods and services, supporting the identification of appropriate procurement methods such as sole sourcing or competitive tenders.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers to optimize materials and services, mitigate risks, and ensure the adoption of approved contract terms and conditions during bid submissions, verifying any recommended changes through governance procedures.
- Manage the compilation and regular updating of qualified supplier lists based on performance evaluations, coordinating with the finance department to verify financial standing and stability.
- Ensure consistent use of templates, schedules, and appendices in coordination with the legal department.
- Provide support for change order requests by reviewing and amending contracts as needed, ensuring alignment with governance processes.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary collaboration to contribute to knowledge sharing in procurement and lessons learned, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant procurement management experience within complex, large-scale design and construction programs.
- In-depth knowledge of enterprise-level management software such as Ariba, Prism, SAP, or similar systems.
- Expert knowledge of procurement legislation and its practical application.
- Previous experience in Saudi Arabia/Middle East is preferred.
- Proven ability to foster a culture of resilience and adaptability in response to changing business demands.
- Exceptional ability to effectively manage and prioritize the team's workload, with a strong deadline-oriented approach.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English to effectively articulate ideas, strategies, and project performance to diverse audiences.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to direct the function's direction, including validating or challenging practices as necessary.
- Ability to lead cross-departmental collaboration and integration within a team environment.
- Ability to connect people and issues to drive rapid and effective responses.
Core Competencies
- Procurement
- Contract Management
- Supplier Performance Management
- Leadership and Team Management
- Tender Event Schedule (TES) Management
- Execution of Complex Contract Agreements
- Supplier Communication
- Development and Implementation of Procurement Strategies
- Procurement Department Policies, Procedures, and Controls
- Procurement Plan Development and Management
- Procurement Strategies
- Procurement Methods
- Negotiations
- Risk Mitigation
- Verification of Contract Terms and Conditions
- Supplier List Management
- Financial Standing Verification
- Coordination with Legal Department
- Change Order Request Management
- Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
- Knowledge Sharing and Lessons Learned
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Proficiency in Procurement Software (Ariba, Prism, SAP)
- Experience in Procurement Legislation
- Resilience and Adaptability
- Workload Prioritization
- Working to Deadlines
- Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Inter-departmental Integration
- Problem Solving
Additional Information
The incumbent holds the position of Senior Manager - Procurement (TU) at Jasara Program Management Company. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this is a full-time position. The role requires over 10 years of experience. Holding one of the following certifications is an added advantage: Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Diploma, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified Supply Management Professional (CSMP).
Requirements
- Requires +10 Years experience
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