Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist (Arabic speaker) with a strong background in the Saudi Arabian construction industry, particularly in managing complex procurement operations for large-scale civil, architectural, and structural (CAS) packages.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing to support the successful delivery of major construction projects across Saudi Arabia.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Subcontract Management
- Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project requirements, budgets, and local KSA & UAE market conditions.
- Manage high-value procurement packages, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, subcontractors, and services.
- Oversee subcontractor and supplier prequalification, registration, and performance evaluation processes.
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions to achieve cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and compliance.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
- Work closely with project, commercial, and engineering teams to support subcontractor performance and milestone delivery.
- Conduct post-project procurement reviews to assess supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Align procurement plans with project schedules, cash flow forecasts, and site requirements in coordination with finance and planning teams.
- Apply value engineering principles to achieve cost-effective procurement solutions without compromising quality or specifications.
Vendor & Supplier Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable local and international suppliers for construction materials and services.
- Conduct market analysis to benchmark pricing and identify competitive suppliers within KSA and the wider GCC region.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.
- Monitor supplier KPIs to ensure compliance, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
Stakeholder & Compliance Management
- Act as a key interface between procurement, project management, engineering, and finance teams.
- Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies and KSA, UAE regulatory frameworks.
- Prepare and present procurement reports, cost analyses, and supplier performance summaries to senior management.
Key Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8+ years of procurement and subcontract management experience within the KSA and UAE construction sector.
- Proven experience managing procurement for major CAS construction packages on large-scale or landmark projects.
- Strong understanding of Saudi construction regulations, logistics, and local supplier networks.
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and cost-control skills.
- Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
Preferred Skills & Competencies
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- High attention to detail with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously.
- Proficiency in procurement tools and systems such as MS Office, ERP systems, and familiarity with AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of FIDIC contracts and international procurement best practices.
