Al-Ruwais Contracting Company is a key contributor to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, focusing on complex infrastructure projects across the Kingdom. Established in 2012, the company has grown into a trusted partner for strategic government initiatives, supported by a workforce of over 2,500 professionals. Al-Ruwais specializes in high-security and mission-critical projects, including border crossings, military airbases, sports facilities, and major municipal developments. The company is recognized for delivering projects with precision, adherence to schedules, and strict compliance with safety standards. Its client portfolio includes Riyadh Municipality, the Ministry of Sports, Border Management Authority, defense sector entities, and other leading government organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and review purchase requests from various departments, ensuring all required approvals are complete
- Search for qualified local and international suppliers and obtain competitive price quotations in line with approved specifications
- Prepare requests for quotation, collect supplier proposals, and conduct commercial comparisons and analyses
- Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions to achieve the best value for the company
- Prepare and issue purchase orders through SAP or ERP systems, ensuring timely submission to suppliers
- Follow up with suppliers to obtain order confirmations and ensure adherence to agreed delivery schedules
- Track open purchase orders and resolve any delays, shortages, or supply-related issues
- Coordinate with shipping companies and customs clearance agents to ensure smooth import and supply operations
- Manage shipment tracking, customs clearance requirements, and SABER platform documentation as needed
- Verify that received materials and services conform to specifications, purchase orders, and approved contracts
- Support operational procurement needs, project purchases, and capital expenditures to ensure business continuity
- Maintain the approved supplier database, and continuously search for, qualify, and approve new suppliers
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, and participate in supplier development and improvement programs
- Prepare procurement reports, price comparisons, savings analyses, and supplier evaluation reports
- Maintain continuous coordination with planning, production, warehousing, quality, operations, and finance departments to achieve procurement objectives
- Follow up on payments, invoices, documentary credits, and supplier settlements in coordination with the finance department
- Ensure accurate maintenance and organization of all procurement documents and records, ready for review and audit
- Comply with procurement policies and procedures, quality standards, and occupational health and safety requirements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing procurement efficiency, achieving cost savings, and improving supplier performance
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Procurement Manager within the scope of the role
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Experience:
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably within the contracting, construction, or facilities management sectors
- Experience with SAP or ERP systems is preferred
- Familiarity with import/export procedures, customs clearance, and the SABER platform is a plus
Skills:
- Negotiation and supplier relationship management
- Market and cost analysis
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP/ERP systems
