We are looking for a Procurement Team Lead – Indirect Materials to lead procurement activities, drive cost optimization, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure effective procurement execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end procurement cycle.
- Drive budget preparation, market intelligence, sourcing and negotiations.
- Manage supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Lead RFI / RFP / RFQ processes and ensure effective procurement execution.
- Raise purchase orders and manage import documentation and customs clearance in KSA.
- Ensure compliance with Incoterms and procurement processes.
- Drive OTIF targets and maintain zero downtime due to out-of-stock situations.
- Prepare and manage contracts.
- Optimize Net Working Capital (NWC) and support inventory optimization.
- Lead and supervise new projects focused on cost optimization and innovation.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and market intelligence firms.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in supply chain & Logistics Management from a reputable university.
- 3+ years of experience, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry and in Indirect Procurement.
- Certifications such as PMP, CSCP or CSCM are preferred.
- Fluent in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ORACLE systems.
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, sourcing, negotiations and procurement processes.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Sourcing & Budget Management
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Effective Communication & Teamwork
- Accountability & Ownership
- Creativity, Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Strategic and Forward Thinking
- Stakeholder Management
- Resilience, Attention to Detail & Stress Management
Technical Skills
- Business Strategy Understanding
- Business Planning
- Revenue Growth Management
- Pricing & Product Mix
- Financial Acumen
- Business Value Chain Analysis
- Knowledge of Analytics Tools
What Success Looks Like
- Effective implementation of procurement contracts and strategies.
- Successful delivery of annual innovation and procurement initiatives.
- Strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers and key stakeholders.
- Application of strategic procurement tools such as Strategic Sourcing, E-Auction and Annual Sourcing Plans.
- Improved inventory optimization and working capital support.
