Director - Finance & Procurement Operations in marketing
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Overview
Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking an experienced and strategic Director - Finance & Procurement Operations to lead our finance and procurement functions within the marketing division.
This senior leadership role will be responsible for overseeing financial planning, budget management, procurement strategy, and operational excellence to support Qiddiya’s ambitious marketing initiatives and overall business objectives.
The Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient use of resources, compliance with financial policies, and effective supplier management.
This role demands a hands-on leader with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of procurement best practices, and expertise in financial operations within a marketing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage finance and procurement operations specifically tailored to marketing activities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize costs, quality, and delivery timelines for marketing projects.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the marketing division, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and regulatory requirements related to procurement and finance.
- Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with key vendors and marketing service providers.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes and financial operations efficiency.
- Collaborate with marketing leaders to understand project requirements and align procurement activities accordingly.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and procurement team to support marketing functions.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports on finance and procurement performance within marketing.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in finance and procurement operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience managing procurement activities in a marketing or advertising environment is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, driving high performance and collaboration.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with procurement software and financial systems.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Benefits
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
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