Procurement and Contracts Manager

**Job description**: **Procurement and Contracts Manager at ILF Consulting Engineers Saudi Arabia** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Contracts Manager with a background in the water transmission industry to join our team. The Procurement and Contracts Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing all aspects of procurement and contract management activities for our projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory requirements. **Main Responsibilities** - Prepare project-tailored procurement strategies and cooperate with Project Teams in presentations to Client - Identify opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and process improvement within the procurement function. - Identify, assess, and qualify vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors capable of providing goods, materials, equipment, and services required for the project. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms and conditions, pricing, and delivery schedules. - Draft, review, and finalize procurement contracts, purchase orders, and agreements, incorporating appropriate terms and conditions to protect the interests of the project. - Contribute to the definition of project procurement budget in accordance to the level of project definition and periodically update the same in the relevant procurement reports. - Develop procurement management and administration procedures and maintain an overview of practices to ensure compliance. - Develop procurement plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with project managers and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project milestones and objectives. - Monitor supplier performance, quality, and delivery performance, addressing issues and implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain project schedules. - Monitor supplier performance, quality, and delivery performance, addressing issues and implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain project schedules. - Safeguard ILF and client by collaborating with project teams through an "early-warning" system to identify potential claims, propose strategies to mitigate/negate claims, be actively involved in meetings. - In collaboration with the project teams, compile changes (variations/amendments and the like) for Client approval. - Ensure ILF Group HSSE guidelines and policies are adhered to - Ensure adherence to ILF Group IMS procedures and guidelines at all times **Competency Requirements** - Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations, including procurement laws, contract law, and contract management best practices. - Demonstrated experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, with a track record of achieving cost savings and value-added outcomes. - Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex procurement situations and develop effective solutions. - Proficiency in procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for procurement planning, analysis, and reporting. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and project teams to achieve procurement objectives. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and ethical decision-making in procurement-related matters, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. - Commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement in procurement processes, driving efficiency, transparency, and accountability in project procurement activities. **Experience** 10-15 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or contract administration, with specific experience in water transmission, water treatment, or infrastructure projects. **Education** Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred. **Job Location** **Riyadh, KSA** **Join us at ILF Consulting Engineers Saudi Arabia and be part of our dynamic team