Job Description
Job Title Senior Specialist, Supply Chain,
Prequalification
Reporting to Manager, Contract Administration
Business Unit/Function PD&E Procurement Department
Direct Reports Budget/Size
Grade
Job Family
Sub Family
Position Type Regular Role Profile
Number
27339
Job Purpose
The Senior Specialist, Supply Chain (Prequalification) is responsible for ensuring that all suppliers meet organizational
standards and compliance requirements before engagement. This role focuses on managing the projects (PDE) supplier
prequalification process from a procurement perspective, including evaluating supplier capabilities, financial stability,
technical competence, and adherence to quality, HSE, and local content requirements. The position supports strategic
sourcing by maintaining a robust and transparent qualification framework that mitigates risk, promotes ethical practices,
and ensures alignment with corporate procurement policies and project objectives.
Key Accountabilities
Supplier Prequalification Management
- Lead the end-to-end the PDE supplier prequalification process, ensuring compliance with organizational
standards and procurement governance.
- Develop and maintain prequalification criteria covering supplier profile, financial standing, technical capabilities,
quality, HSE, and local content.
Evaluation And Scoring
- Conduct structured evaluation of supplier proposals using predefined technical and commercial scoring
frameworks.
- Log and screen all submissions, disqualify non-compliant responses, and consolidate scoring results for
decision-making.
Risk Assessment And Compliance
- Identify and mitigate risks during prequalification, involving legal and compliance teams as needed.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, local regulations, and international standards throughout the
process.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align prequalification activities with project timelines and strategic
sourcing objectives.
- Facilitate clarification sessions with suppliers to resolve ambiguities without entering negotiations.
Continuous Improvement
- Recommend enhancements to prequalification methodologies and tools to improve efficiency and transparency
not limited to Approved Contractor List ACL and Approved Vendor List AVL.
- Support initiatives for supplier development and performance optimization which includes reporting
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related
discipline.
- 7-10 Years experience in the mining / petrochemical or industrial environment
ROLE PROFILE
2
Classification: Restricted
Minimum Experience
- Proven experience in procurement and supplier qualification processes, preferably in mining, minerals, or
industrial sectors.
- Strong knowledge of procurement methodologies, contract management, and compliance standards.
- Familiarity with supplier audits and prequalification frameworks.
Ma'aden High Performance Competencies
- Communication: Ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Personal Effectiveness: Demonstrating accountability, adaptability, and resilience in achieving objectives.
- Self-Development: Commitment to continuous learning and skill enhancement to meet evolving business
needs.
Skills
- Proficiency in procurement technologies and ERP systems.
- Understanding of quality assurance requirements and risk assessment in supplier selection.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze supplier capabilities and make data-driven decisions
