Senior Manager - Strategic Procurement

Role Overview:

The Qiddiya Investment Company, a key player in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, is seeking a Senior Manager for Strategic Procurement. This role is crucial in ensuring effective procurement practices for one of the nation's most ambitious giga projects, which aims to create a premier destination for entertainment, culture, and lifestyle.

The Senior Manager will develop and implement procurement strategies, focusing on major categories, optimizing costs, and ensuring high-quality supplier performance. This position will collaborate with internal stakeholders and manage supplier relationships to drive operational efficiencies and strategic procurement excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Category Strategy Development

· Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with Qiddiya’s objectives for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

· Analyze market trends and opportunities to leverage strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships.

2. Supplier Relationship Management

· Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration and innovation.

· Negotiate contracts and framework agreements to secure advantageous terms for the company.

3. Operational and Performance Management

· Oversee procurement operations, ensuring compliance with established strategies and business unit needs.

· Monitor and report on performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Engage with multiple stakeholders across the organization to align procurement strategies with overall project goals.

· Support local economic development efforts and help improve local supplier capabilities to meet Qiddiya's procurement needs.