Procurement and Subcontracts Manager
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Overview
My client a leading international contractor has with a major construction project in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced
Procurement & Subcontracts Manager
to lead and take full ownership of procurement and subcontract management activities on site.
This is a critical leadership role responsible for driving procurement performance, strengthening supply chain engagement, and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of all procurement and subcontract packages.
The successful candidate will play a key role in safeguarding commercial interests, improving reporting accuracy, and supporting overall project delivery.
Procurement Strategy & Execution
- Lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies aligned with project objectives
- Establish clear procurement plans, package prioritisation, and risk mitigation strategies
- Drive timely procurement of materials, services, and subcontract packages to meet project schedules
Subcontract Management
- Oversee the full subcontract lifecycle including tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award, and administration
- Ensure all subcontract packages are commercially sound and contractually compliant
- Monitor subcontractor performance and implement corrective actions where required
Supply Chain & Market Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors within the Saudi market
- Lead proactive engagement and expediting activities to ensure timely delivery
- Identify and onboard capable vendors aligned with project requirements
Coordination & Project Integration
- Work closely with engineering, planning, construction, quality, and commercial teams to ensure alignment
- Resolve procurement-related challenges and prevent delays or rework
- Ensure procurement activities are fully integrated into overall project delivery plans
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Provide clear, accurate, and timely procurement reports to senior management
- Maintain procurement trackers and dashboards reflecting status, risks, and required actions
- Represent procurement matters in meetings with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
- Deliver concise updates and practical recommendations to support decision-making
Governance & Process Improvement
- Establish and enforce best practices in procurement and subcontract management
- Improve quality and consistency of procurement documentation and processes
- Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and local regulations
Candidate Profile
- Bachelors Degree in Contracts Management or similar with a god knowledge of FIDIC
- Proven experience in
- procurement and subcontract management
- on major construction projects
- Strong experience within the
- Saudi Arabia market
- , including supplier and subcontractor networks
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive decisions, and improve procurement performance
- Strong negotiation skills and sound commercial judgement
- Confident communicator with experience managing senior stakeholders and client interactions
- Leadership style that is composed, decisive, and solution-oriented
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