Procurement Manager

Position Summary

1. Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with company objectives and project requirements.
• Prepare procurement execution plans for projects in coordination with PMO, Engineering, and Project Managers.
• Establish procurement schedules aligned with project baseline programs and delivery milestones.
• Identify long lead items and develop mitigation plans to avoid project delays.
• Develop approved vendor and subcontractor databases for Telecom, IT Infrastructure, ELV, and Low Current systems.

2. Procurement Operations

• Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle including:
• RFQ preparation
• Vendor sourcing
• Technical & commercial evaluation
• Comparative statements

Negotiations

Expediting

• Delivery coordination
• Lead procurement activities for:

UPS & DC Systems

• HVAC equipment related to Telecom/Data Centers
• Ensure procurement activities comply with approved budgets, specifications, client requirements, and project schedules.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering teams to ensure technical compliance of procured materials.

3. Vendor & OEM Management

• Develop strong relationships with OEMs, authorized distributors, system integrators, and suppliers across GCC markets.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, technical assessments, and performance reviews.
• Negotiate pricing agreements, framework agreements, payment terms, and delivery schedules to maximize commercial advantage.
• Identify alternate suppliers and value engineering opportunities while maintaining compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain supplier performance KPIs including:

On-Time Delivery (OTD)

Responsiveness

4. Logistics & Supply Chain Management

• Manage local and international logistics operations including:
• Import/Export coordination
• Customs clearance
• Freight forwarding
• Shipment tracking

Warehousing

• Site deliveries
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, clearing agents, transporters, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock availability to avoid shortages and excess inventory.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to manufacturing facilities and project sites.
• Monitor shipment lead times and proactively mitigate supply chain risks.

5. Project Coordination & Expediting

• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure procurement activities are aligned with project execution requirements.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings and progress review meetings.
• Track procurement progress against approved schedules and provide regular status reports.
• Follow up with suppliers/manufacturers to ensure timely manufacturing and dispatch of equipment.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and inspections with vendors, clients, and third-party inspectors where required.
• Ensure timely resolution of procurement-related technical
• and commercial issues.

6. Commercial & Contract Management

• Review and negotiate supplier contracts, terms & conditions, warranties, penalties, and delivery commitments.
• Manage supplier claims, variation orders, and contractual disputes.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and governance procedures.
• Monitor procurement budgets, savings, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Prepare procurement reports, cost analysis, cash flow forecasts, and management dashboards.

7. Process Improvement & Compliance

• Develop and improve procurement SOPs, workflows, and reporting systems.
• Implement procurement best practices and digitization initiatives.
• Ensure proper documentation and records management for all procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, client requirements, and company standards.
• Support ERP and procurement system implementation/improvements where required.

& Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Master’s Degree and professional certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, PMP, or CIPS shall be preferred.
• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in procurement
• and supply chain management.
• Minimum 5 years GCC/Saudi Arabia experience in Telecom, Low Current, IT Infrastructure, Data Center, or Technology projects.
• Strong market knowledge of suppliers, distributors, OEMs, and logistics operations within GCC.
• Experience in handling high-value EPC and technology projects.

Technical Skills

• ERP Systems (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, etc.)