Development Procurement Director - KSA National

Our client is a confidential real estate development organization supporting the Vision across several mega projects.

• Developing and overseeing the implementation of procurement policies, systems, processes, procedures and controls.
• Develop and direct the implementation of the procurement strategy in line with corporate strategy to meet the company KPI's.
• Manage development procurement team within the department, setting individual objectives, managing performance, and developing and motivating the team to maximize performance.
• Ensure that all procurement activities reports are prepared timely and accurately, meeting SDC requirements, policies, and quality standards.
• Analyse and report on procurement metrics, identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Work closely with all stakeholders, especially externally and internally, to ensure full alignment.
• Oversee the procurement of all development goods and services for the organization.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure that the procurement function is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee and manage the change management, implementation, and execution of the sourcing plan and all of the cost savings recommendations.
• Oversee and manage the compilation of procurement and tendering documents, participate in the review of tender returns, and participate in contract negotiations and award of contracts (if required).
• Responsible for identification and management of procurement risk and opportunity management.
• Report on the performance of the procurement function to senior management.
• Coordinate with company business units to ensure optimal procurement processes are maintained.
• Work closely with the Vendor Management team to develop and manage relationships with key vendors.
• Oversee and manage the overall performance of the department team.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 13+ years of experience in procurement.
• At least 8 years of experience in project procurement and/or contract management (part of it in local content).