Procurement Director

This is a senior position responsible for overall Supply Chain & Procurement function related to finding goods and services in our core field of the Energy and Industrial Sectors at the
best value regarding quality and price. The type of goods procured varies from
one industry to another with the underlying duty of meeting budget constraint
to increase profitability. Additional duties of this position include assisting
the analysis and preparation of contracts and working closely with upper
management teams as well as outside vendors to meet project requirements.

Manage and lead the team of the Supply Chain function and enhance it
Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate purchase terms and conditions
Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns
Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings
Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
Liaises with team on preparation of Procurement service level reports and feedback on improvement suggestions
Drive continuous improvement projects
Meets on a regular basis with internal customers to review Procurement service levels and quality
Ensures compliance with the processes - in line with the company policies
Champions the use of NetSuite system and provides training to end-users on regular basis.

**Troubleshoot processing issues with end user (eg**: change management, cost allocation)
Run SQ reviews with end users on regular basis
Tracks acknowledgement and delivery of purchase orders by Suppliers when required
Follow up with finance team to updates and maintains Open Purchase Orders until closed and paid
Adherence to the approved Supplier agreements/contracts
Leads finance and Logistics staff in resolving reception and invoice discrepancies when required.
Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, in all aspects of the P&S activity.
Ensure that local Purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with Purchasing procedures
Ensure to do a proper filing for the documents when required
Ensure to prioritize and action all the customers (Operation) request and keep them updated with the status of their request
Represent the Procurement function at the location
Provides local hands-on support in case of critical requests on spot purchases and emergency purchases of goods and services for the site
Ability to work in a high volume and time sensitive environment
Enhances supplier relationships by developing and continually improving upon post-award supplier processes
Responsible for locally specific spot buys for orders within defined limits
Respect for the hierarchy of management by report the cases to your line manager as a 1st authorized person.
Execute any additional assignment given to you by your direct line manager
Bachelor’s Degree in related field of study in Supply chain, Accounting, business administration or Finance.
Supply Chain and/or Procurement certifications are preferred
Experienced in Procurement operations, prepare proposals, request quotes, Maintain the suppliers’ relations, Planning for the project sourcing and negotiate purchase terms and conditions Microsoft EXCEL, PPT, WORD
Teamwork (The role highly depends on ability to continue harmony in team to achieve objectives)
Saudi nationality is preferred
15 years’ experience in the same field.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to communicate ideas effectively and professionally
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Strong knowledge in local content programs such IKTVA, NUSANED, Government Local Content