Director – Local Content Strategy

Job Summary

The Director – Local Content Strategy is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the organization’s Local Content Strategy in alignment with Vision 2030, PIF guidelines, and LCGPA requirements . The role ensures that local content objectives are embedded across procurement, design, and delivery functions, driving economic localization, supplier development, and workforce nationalization .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Local Content Strategy and Localization Program to enhance the Kingdom’s aviation ecosystem and support national objectives.
• Align local content initiatives with corporate strategy, regulatory frameworks, and sectoral mandates.
• Define KPIs and reporting mechanisms for local content performance, ensuring compliance with PIF and LCGPA standards.
• Oversee the integration of local content requirements into procurement policies, RFPs, and contractual frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to the National Products Mandatory List (NPML) and local content weighting in bid evaluations.
• Establish governance mechanisms for monitoring compliance and reporting to executive committees and the Board.
• Lead supplier development programs, including SME engagement and RHQ initiatives.
• Drive initiatives to increase Saudization and workforce upskilling through partnerships and training programs.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Design, and Delivery teams to embed local content across the project lifecycle.
• Build strategic partnerships with government entities, industry bodies, and local suppliers to maximize localization impact.
• Represent the organization in external forums related to local content and economic development.
• Monitor and report on local content performance against agreed targets and KPIs.

Prepare periodic updates for executive leadership, governance committees, and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience , including at least 5 years in a leadership role in local content, procurement, strategy, or economic development.
• Strong knowledge of Vision 2030, PIF mandates, LCGPA guidelines, and localization frameworks .