Key Responsibilities: 

▪ Lead a team of procurement managers and specialists, handling personnel development, KPI management, and succession planning.

▪ Develop and implement multi-year category strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring additional value for the organization.

▪ Oversee the procurement process, including supplier management, market analysis, and sourcing of large value orders.

▪ Present category strategies and individual sourcing strategies to the Tender Committee or leadership when requested.

▪ Monitor global supplier markets, plan material and service availability, and conduct market assessments and benchmarking.

▪ Manage key supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and handle escalations.

▪ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and ensure timely procurement of materials and services.

▪ Lead contract negotiations, secure cost-effective sourcing, and manage contracts across procurement categories.

Skills

Minimum Requirements: 

▪ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent.

▪ Accredited Procurement/Supply Chain certification is preferred.

▪ 8+ years of experience in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years in a multinational company.

▪ Proficiency in Oracle Fusion, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS-Visio.

▪ Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage).

▪ Strong knowledge of procurement laws, supplier management techniques, market trends, and pricing practices.

Other Skills: 

▪ Strong leadership, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.

▪ Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

▪ Knowledge of risk management and compliance procedures.

▪ Commitment to developing others and promoting learning and development within the team.