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About the Role

UCC Holding is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to oversee procurement operations for large-scale hotel, hospitality, and high-rise building projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is essential for supporting the successful delivery of premium construction developments by ensuring efficient and effective procurement of all necessary resources, from construction materials to specialized hospitality fit-out packages, within budget and schedule requirements. This is a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans for hotel, hospitality, and high-rise construction projects.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for construction materials, Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E), Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, finishing packages, and subcontractor services.
• Source and evaluate local and international suppliers and subcontractors for luxury hotel and tower developments.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract awards to achieve optimal project value.
• Coordinate with project directors, construction teams, consultants, and design managers to ensure timely procurement delivery.
• Monitor procurement schedules to ensure alignment with critical project milestones.
• Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships to enhance quality, cost efficiency, and delivery performance.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking for construction materials and specialized hospitality packages.
• Manage procurement risks and develop mitigation plans for supply chain challenges.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare procurement reports, identify cost-saving initiatives, and deliver executive presentations.
• Lead and mentor procurement teams across multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; Construction Management or Engineering-related studies are preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of procurement experience within the construction industry.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior procurement leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering procurement packages for luxury hotels, hospitality developments, and high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use towers.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent are preferred.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience in procurement for hotel and high-rise construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of FF&E procurement and hospitality fit-out packages.
• Expertise in sourcing MEP, structural, façade, and finishing materials.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation and commercial management.
• Skilled in strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Competent in cost control, budgeting, and value engineering.
• Adept at procurement planning and supply chain optimization.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong capabilities in risk assessment and mitigation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Experience working with luxury hotel brands and internationally recognized hospitality projects.
• Familiarity with the GCC/Middle East construction market.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts and major project procurement practices.
• Experience in international sourcing and global supply chain management.
• A strong network of suppliers and subcontractors within the hospitality and high-rise construction sectors is advantageous.
• Experience managing procurement for projects exceeding USD 100 million is preferred.

Work Environment and Location

This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The position involves leading procurement teams and coordinating with various project stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of major construction developments.