vice president of procurement

Hourglass Cosmetics

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 HOURGLASS COSMETICS &mdash; Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain (Hybrid)
 
 
 
 Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products, innovative formulas, and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes, Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies, Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004, Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and over 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com
 
 
 The Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain is the senior executive leader responsible for overseeing the full integrated procurement and supply chain function at Hourglass Cosmetics. The VP leads a high-performing organization and partners cross-functionally with executive stakeholders across Product Development, Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Sales to ensure world-class supplier ecosystems and seamless supply chain execution in support of Hourglass&rsquo;s global growth objectives and Unilever Prestige commitments. Responsible for Sourcing, Supply Planning, Purchasing, and Logistics, the VP will be responsible for ensuring our Fill Rates are maximized, at costs that maximize gross margin (while maintaining our exacting Quality standards), all while achieving Unilever&rsquo;s Days on Hand targets.
 
 
 
 What You Do
 
 
 
 
 Enterprise Leadership &amp; Organizational Development
 
 
 
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 Define and own the multi-year integrated strategy for procurement and supply chain, aligned to Hourglass&rsquo;s growth agenda.
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 Build, mentor, and lead the integrated procurement and supply chain organization, including direct oversight of the Sourcing &amp; Procurement, Purchasing and Logistics leaders, Supply Planning establishing clear roles, development pathways, and a high-performance culture.
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 Serve as the executive-level point of contact for strategic supplier relationships.
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 Build the relationship with the UPD China Head of Sourcing, so we can benefit from their deep regional network ties
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 Represent Procurement and Supply Chain in senior leadership forums, presenting portfolio performance, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to the executive team.
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 Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the combined function to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
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 Define and track KPIs across procurement and supply chain operations including service level, inventory health, on-time delivery, lead time adherence, cost management, and supplier performance.
 
 
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 Procurement &amp; Sourcing Strategy
 
 
 
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 Partner with the Product Development to embed sourcing strategy early in the innovation pipeline, enabling speed-to-market and cost competitiveness from concept stage.
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 Establish and govern a preferred supplier network capable of supporting aggressive launch calendars while maintaining Hourglass&rsquo;s standards for quality and sustainability.
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 Lead executive-level negotiations on commercial frameworks, including turnkey, directed buy, and tolling models, ensuring optimal total cost of ownership.
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 Ensure full compliance with Hourglass and Unilever supplier standards, including ethical sourcing, environmental requirements, and regulatory obligations.
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 Set up kick-off meetings when new suppliers are added to our network, so our internal functional leaders can meet their counterparts at the new supplier, and ways of working can be established cleanly from the start
 
 
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 Supply Chain Operations (Planning, Purchasing, and Logistics)
 
 
 
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 Provide executive oversight of the end-to-end supply chain operation, directing the Supply Chain leader and Supply Planning leader, across MRP, logistics, inventory management, and S&amp;OP processes.
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 Oversee logistics operations, managing the end-to-end movement of goods between global suppliers, contract manufacturers, and the Hourglass Distribution Center across all transportation modes (air, sea, truck, rail); review and optimize freight costs and mode selection.
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 Ensure accurate landed cost application and timely processing of freight and customs invoices in NetSuite ERP; oversee Transfer Order management, ensuring all shipment dates, quantities, and statuses are maintained accurately.
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 Lead S&amp;OP coordination with Demand Planning, Finance, Sales, and Marketing to develop tactical supply chain plans aligned with business goals and global forecast.
 
 
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 Cost Leadership &amp; Financial Stewardship
 
 
 
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 Own the total cost of goods strategy, setting targets and driving accountability across sourcing, procurement, and supply chain operations.
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 Lead implementation of Open Book and Should-Cost methodologies across strategic supplier relationships.
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 Identify and deliver year-over-year cost savings initiatives without compromising product quality or brand integrity; implement margin optimization and operational cost-saving strategies across the full function.
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 Partner with Finance on COGS forecasting, Inventory projections, budget planning, and scenario modeling to support business decisions.
 
 
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 Supplier Governance &amp; Risk Management
 
 
 
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 Design and oversee a robust Supplier Performance Management framework, including scorecards, KPIs, and escalation protocols across contract manufacturers, packaging suppliers, and freight forwarders.
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 Build more resiliency into our supply chain by reconfiguring where we produce, who we procure from, and how much safety stock we hold
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 Lead executive Quarterly Business Reviews with strategic partners, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
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 Develop and execute a supply chain risk mitigation strategy, including dual-sourcing, capacity reservation agreements (LOIs), and contingency planning for long lead time or scarce materials.
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 Serve as the primary escalation point for supply issues including delays, out-of-spec materials, capacity constraints, and supply disruptions; proactively develop and communicate contingency plans.
 
 
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 Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Process Excellence
 
 
 
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 Flexibly take on full-scope ownership of ad-hoc projects .
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 Champion process improvements across pricing, planning, logistics, and vendor setup to drive operational efficiency and scalability across the integrated function.
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 Partner with Product Development and Project Management teams on new product launch planning, providing scenario analysis, sourcing recommendations, and logistics planning during cross-functional NPD meetings.
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 Partner with the Quality team to establish proactive quality governance programs with key vendors, leading resolution of escalated issues and negotiating remediation.
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 Collaborate with Legal on supplier agreements, NDAs, and commercial contract structures.
 
 
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 You&rsquo;ll Love This Job If
 
 
 
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 You are a VISIONARY LEADER: You set bold strategies across procurement and supply chain and inspire your team and supplier partners to achieve breakthrough results. You create clarity in ambiguity, hold people accountable, and set your organization up for success.
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 You are highly STRATEGIC: You see the big picture and connect procurement and supply chain strategy to business outcomes. You build plans that are both visionary and executable.
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 You are an EXECUTIVE NEGOTIATOR: You command the room and drive complex, high-value negotiations that deliver long-term commercial advantage.
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 You are ENTERPRISE-MINDED: You connect sourcing and supply chain decisions to broader business outcomes, balancing strategic priorities with operational realities.
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 You are ANALYTICALLY RIGOROUS: You are obsessed with understanding the underlying truth and can separate signal from noise. You leverage data and financial modeling to make informed decisions and present compelling business cases to senior leadership.
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 You are a TALENT BUILDER: You are passionate about developing talent across sourcing and supply chain, building teams that are capable, collaborative, and results-oriented.
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 You are extremely ORGANIZED: You are not overwhelmed by the thought of managing multiple functions, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously.
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 You are a strong COMMUNICATOR: You can succinctly describe complex situations with easy-to-digest summaries supported by data. You are comfortable presenting to senior and executive leadership and influencing cross-functional teams.
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 You are AGILE: You adapt well to changing business needs and can pivot your team quickly to respond to supply disruptions, forecast changes, and evolving priorities without losing momentum.
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 You are PASSIONATE about beauty: You are genuinely excited by beauty and understand that procurement and supply chain exist to get extraordinary products into the hands of consumers efficiently and beautifully.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
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 Minimum 10 years of progressive procurement and supply chain experience in the Health &amp; Beauty or consumer products industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing cross-functional teams.
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 Demonstrated track record of building and scaling organizations across both sourcing/procurement and end-to-end supply chain functions.
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 Deep expertise in global supplier management, contract negotiation, and commercial strategy for finished goods and packaging.
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 Proven experience overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations including demand planning, supply planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
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 Experience with Open Book costing, Should-Cost modeling, and total cost of ownership frameworks.
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 Deep experience with MRP/ERP systems; Oracle Planning Cloud (OPC) and NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
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 Proven ability to influence and communicate at the executive and board level.
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 Strong financial acumen with experience owning COGS strategy and budget accountability.
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 Experience navigating a matrixed, multinational organization; Unilever or similar CPG/prestige environment a plus.
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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to present effectively to executive leadership and articulate complex supply chain and procurement concepts to non-technical audiences.
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 Track record of building, developing, and retaining high-performing teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
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 Experience with international freight forwarding and logistics operations;
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 Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
 
 
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 The expected base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $220,000 per year. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget. This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results. In addition to base salary, Hourglass Cosmetics offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary vacation time, and more.
 
 
 Hourglass is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees, global consumers, partners and communities. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation in order to apply for a job listing, please contact us at 310-392-7799 or careers@hourglasscosmetics.com.
 
 
 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
 
 
 Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination under Federal law. For more information, please see EEO is the Law.
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Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain

iGov

<div>
 For over 20 years iGov's products and services reflect a commitment to our mission to deliver innovative, mission-centric IT solutions to our government customers. We are a highly focused engineering and management services company and our capabilities help our customers meet their mission-critical program needs.
 
 
 iGov is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Vice President of Contracts to lead the firm's contract operations team and oversee contract management efforts. This position is a highly visible role and key part of the iGov leadership team. The role is responsible for the Contracts Department staff and the management of iGov's Federal Government Contract Portfolio. This includes administration, maintenance, and compliance with Company contracting policies, ISO processes, and guidelines that are consistent with, and achieving compliance with government contract requirements and regulations.
 
 
 This position is 100% in person and located at our Reston, Virginia headquarters.
 
 
 At iGov our team members are the cornerstone of our success. We prioritize creating an inspiring and diverse work environment. We are committed to continuously investing in professional development and growth of our team, ensuring our expertise, skills and performance are always exceptional.
 
 
 If this sounds like you, please apply!
 
 
 
 Essential Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Supervise company contracts staff in the management of a variety of Federal Government Contracts (GWAC, IDIQ, MAS, BPA, etc.) and associated delivery/task orders
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 Experience running entire contract management function, cradle to grave
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 Responsible to personally manage certain Government Contracts and modifications, reporting, extensions, options, and changes thereto
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 Responsible for maintaining iGov and affiliate System for Award Management (SAM) registrations
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 Responsible for the iGov Contract Management System and corporate agreement templates
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 Work with program managers, sales associates, legal, subcontractor personnel, and government contracting offices to proactively resolve contract issues and changes in administering government contracts
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 Responsible for subcontract formation, negotiation, and management
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 Responsible for the administration of NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Supplier Agreements
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 Responsible for RFP review and risk assessment, participate in proposal preparation, and contract negotiation and awards with both iGov Business Development and Sales groups
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 Maintain and Improve Company Quality Objectives as identified and measured by company performance metrics and Government performance reviews and evaluations
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 Maintain vendor and customer satisfaction at Government Contract Office level
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 Advises executive management of contractual rights and obligations
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 Compiles and analyzes data as required, maintains historical information for assigned contracts
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 Provide contract in process reviews to executive management
 
 
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 Essential Required Experience &amp; Skills
 
 
 
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 10+ years of experience with leadership in contracts management, including overseeing large, complex contracts for Information Technology &amp; Communications products and professional services in a government contracting organization.
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 Demonstrated experience in leading lean and fast paced contracts organizations
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 Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and execution. Practical knowledge and application of the FAR, DFAR, ITAR, CAS, and other government procurement regulations.
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 This position will require the individual to be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
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 Working knowledge of the Information Technology sector inclusive of OEM's and distribution channels
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 Experience with using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Adobe
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 Strong attention to detail, decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills
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 Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills
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 Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
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 Excellent people skills and a positive attitude
 
 
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 Desired Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certification or equivalent
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 Experience with Deltek CostPoint
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 Practical experience in International Sales, EAR and ITAR regulations, and export compliance
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 Applicants selected for this position may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The optimal candidate shall possess an active Secret clearance.
 
 
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 Educational Requirements
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree
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 Master's or MBA preferred
 
 
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 iGov offers a competitive salary package and excellent benefits to include:
 
 
 
 ESOP
 
 
 
 
 401(k) matching
 
 
 
 
 Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
 
 
 
 
 Professional Development
 
 
 
 
 Disability Insurance
 
 
 
 
 Health Savings Account
 
 
 
 
 Flexible Spending Account
 
 
 
 
 Paid Holidays
 
 
 
 
 PTO
 
 
 
 EEO: M/F/D/V
 
 
 If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by emailing our HR department at HR@igov.com.
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Vice President, Contracts

<div>
 For over 20 years iGov's products and services reflect a commitment to our mission to deliver innovative, mission-centric IT solutions to our government customers. We are a highly focused engineering and management services company and our capabilities help our customers meet their mission-critical program needs.
 
 
 iGov is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Vice President of Contracts to lead the firm's contract operations team and oversee contract management efforts. This position is a highly visible role and key part of the iGov leadership team. The role is responsible for the Contracts Department staff and the management of iGov's Federal Government Contract Portfolio. This includes administration, maintenance, and compliance with Company contracting policies, ISO processes, and guidelines that are consistent with, and achieving compliance with government contract requirements and regulations.
 
 
 This position is 100% in person and located at our Tampa, Florida office.
 
 
 At iGov our team members are the cornerstone of our success. We prioritize creating an inspiring and diverse work environment. We are committed to continuously investing in professional development and growth of our team, ensuring our expertise, skills and performance are always exceptional.
 
 
 If this sounds like you, please apply!
 
 
 
 Essential Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supervise company contracts staff in the management of a variety of Federal Government Contracts (GWAC, IDIQ, MAS, BPA, etc.) and associated delivery/task orders
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience running entire contract management function, cradle to grave
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible to personally manage certain Government Contracts and modifications, reporting, extensions, options, and changes thereto
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for maintaining iGov and affiliate System for Award Management (SAM) registrations
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for the iGov Contract Management System and corporate agreement templates
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with program managers, sales associates, legal, subcontractor personnel, and government contracting offices to proactively resolve contract issues and changes in administering government contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for subcontract formation, negotiation, and management
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for the administration of NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Supplier Agreements
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for RFP review and risk assessment, participate in proposal preparation, and contract negotiation and awards with both iGov Business Development and Sales groups
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain and Improve Company Quality Objectives as identified and measured by company performance metrics and Government performance reviews and evaluations
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain vendor and customer satisfaction at Government Contract Office level
 </li>
 <li>
 Advises executive management of contractual rights and obligations
 </li>
 <li>
 Compiles and analyzes data as required, maintains historical information for assigned contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide contract in process reviews to executive management
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Essential Required Experience &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10+ years of experience with leadership in contracts management, including overseeing large, complex contracts for Information Technology &amp; Communications products and professional services in a government contracting organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated experience in leading lean and fast paced contracts organizations
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and execution. Practical knowledge and application of the FAR, DFAR, ITAR, CAS, and other government procurement regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 This position will require the individual to be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Working knowledge of the Information Technology sector inclusive of OEM's and distribution channels
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Adobe
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong attention to detail, decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent people skills and a positive attitude
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Desired Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certification or equivalent
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with Deltek CostPoint
 </li>
 <li>
 Practical experience in International Sales, EAR and ITAR regulations, and export compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Applicants selected for this position may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The optimal candidate shall possess an active Secret clearance.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Educational Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor's degree
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 Master's or MBA preferred
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 iGov offers a competitive salary package and excellent benefits to include:
 
 
 
 ESOP
 
 
 
 
 401(k) matching
 
 
 
 
 Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
 
 
 
 
 Professional Development
 
 
 
 
 Disability Insurance
 
 
 
 
 Health Savings Account
 
 
 
 
 Flexible Spending Account
 
 
 
 
 Paid Holidays
 
 
 
 
 PTO
 
 
 
 EEO: M/F/D/V
 
 
 If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by emailing our HR department at HR@igov.com.
</div>

Front End

<div>Front End is seeking a commercially astute and operationally grounded Director of Procurement to lead our procurement function across all eight solution verticals &mdash; Offshore, Energy, Industrial Facilities, Geoscience, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy &amp; Mobility, Space, and Mining. 
This role carries a dual mandate: serve as the primary procurement authority for Front End's maritime and offshore operations &mdash; including our Aramco-chartered vessel fleet &mdash; while simultaneously driving strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract governance across the full breadth of the company's industrial and technology portfolio. 
Reporting directly to the Chairman &amp; CEO, the Director of Procurement will be a senior decision-maker who understands the commercial rhythm of the offshore and maritime industry, is fluent in BIMCO contract frameworks and MLC 2006 supply chain obligations, and can translate that expertise into procurement discipline across a fast-growing, multi-sector industrial group. Front End is a proud member of BIMCO and OCIMF, and operates under IMO and DNV standards &mdash; the right candidate will regard these not as compliance overhead but as professional foundations. 
Key responsibilities<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
1. Maritime &amp; offshore procurement (primary anchor)</h3><ul><li>
Lead all procurement for Front End's offshore vessel operations &mdash; technical spares, FIFI systems, life-saving appliances, navigational equipment, deck consumables, and port disbursements.</li><li>
Manage procurement obligations arising from Saudi Aramco time charter agreements, ensuring all items and services satisfy Charter Party technical schedules and avoid off-hire exposure.</li><li>
Apply BIMCO standard contract frameworks (SUPPLYTIME, SHIPMAN, CREWMAN, GENCON, etc.) in vendor agreements; ensure procurement documentation aligns with BIMCO best practice for offshore support vessel operations.</li><li>
Coordinate with the marine operations and shore support team to align procurement timelines with vessel schedules, dry-dock plans, and survey windows.</li><li>
Manage ship chandler, port agent, and technical service provider relationships across key ports in Saudi Arabia and GCC, and international call points.</li><li>
Ensure procurement decisions reflect OCIMF TMSA and SIRE requirements, supporting the fleet's third-party inspection readiness at all times.</li><li>
Procure crew welfare items, PPE, and consumables in compliance with MLC 2006 supply chain standards, in coordination with the Crewing Superintendent.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
2. Strategic procurement across all solution verticals</h3><ul><li>
Own the enterprise-wide procurement strategy covering all Front End solution segments: Energy, Industrial Facilities, Geoscience, Space, AI &amp; Autonomy, Mobility, and Mining.</li><li>
Develop category management plans for each vertical, identifying strategic versus tactical spend and building sourcing strategies accordingly.</li><li>
Lead high-value tendering and RFQ/RFP processes, ensuring competitive market testing, transparent evaluation, and audit-ready award decisions.</li><li>
Partner with Business Development to assess supplier capabilities and local content positioning when pursuing new Aramco and SABIC opportunities.</li><li>
Manage procurement input into project bids, ensuring cost accuracy, supplier commitments, and lead-time assumptions are correctly reflected in commercial proposals.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
3. Supplier management &amp; contract governance</h3><ul><li>
Build and govern a qualified supplier base across maritime, energy, industrial, and technology categories &mdash; regionally in KSA and GCC, and internationally through Front End's global strategic alliances.</li><li>
Lead major supplier contract negotiations, applying commercial leverage, total cost of ownership analysis, and risk-adjusted pricing models.</li><li>
Maintain and continuously improve Front End's Approved Vendor List (AVL), ensuring alignment with Saudi Aramco SRMS qualification requirements.</li><li>
Implement formal supplier performance management: KPIs, quarterly business reviews, escalation protocols, and corrective action frameworks.</li><li>
Identify and act on supply chain risks &mdash; geopolitical, logistical, and commercial &mdash; and maintain contingency sourcing for mission-critical items.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
4. Commercial &amp; cost discipline</h3><ul><li>
Drive year-on-year cost savings through strategic sourcing, spend consolidation, and supplier rationalization without compromising quality, safety, or delivery performance.</li><li>
Develop and maintain a procurement spend dashboard aligned to executive reporting cycles, covering committed, actioned, and forecasted spend by category and vertical.</li><li>
Partner with Finance to ensure procurement plans align with project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and working capital targets.</li><li>
Establish clear procurement authority levels and delegation matrices aligned to Front End's governance framework.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
5. Compliance, ethics &amp; regulatory alignment</h3><ul><li>
Ensure all procurement activities comply with Saudi procurement regulations, ZATCA requirements, and client supply chain codes of conduct.</li><li>
Maintain zero-tolerance enforcement of Front End's anti-bribery and anti-corruption policy, consistent with Saudi Anti-Bribery Law and signed agency agreements.</li><li>
Apply BIMCO's ethical standards and IMO supply chain requirements across all maritime vendor engagements.</li><li>
Maintain audit-ready tender files, award justifications, and contract modification records for all categories.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
6. Systems, team &amp; process leadership</h3><ul><li>
Build and lead a capable procurement team; set clear accountability frameworks aligned to Front End's five core values: Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Agility, and Community.</li><li>
Drive adoption and optimization of procurement modules within Front End's ERP environment (NetSuite), including purchase order workflows, vendor master management, and spend analytics.</li><li>
Integrate procurement workflows with Asana-based project management and the company's AI-enabled bid submission pipeline.</li><li>
Champion digital procurement tools and AI-assisted sourcing to improve cycle time, supplier discovery, and category intelligence.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Job Requirements</h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Essential</h3><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.</li><li>
Minimum 12 years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a Director-level or equivalent senior leadership role.</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in maritime and offshore procurement &mdash; vessel technical spares, charter party supply obligations, port services, and offshore support operations.</li><li>
Working knowledge of BIMCO standard contracts (SUPPLYTIME, SHIPMAN, CREWMAN, GENCON, etc.) and their commercial and procurement implications.</li><li>
Solid understanding of OCIMF TMSA, SIRE inspection standards, and MLC 2006 supply chain compliance.</li><li>
Direct experience managing procurement for Saudi Aramco or SABIC-linked projects, including familiarity with their AVL/SRMS qualification systems.</li><li>
Strong contract negotiation and commercial structuring capability with a track record of measurable cost performance.</li><li>
Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Preferred</h3><ul><li>
CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement &amp; Supply) qualification or equivalent.</li><li>
Active BIMCO membership or BIMCO Education credentials.</li><li>
Experience across multiple industrial sectors beyond maritime &mdash; energy, geoscience, AI, or mining procurement is highly valued.</li><li>
Familiarity with ERP procurement modules (NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle Procurement Cloud).</li><li>
Saudi national (or GCC national) strongly preferred in line with Vision 2030 Saudization objectives.</li><li>
Experience within a multi-sector holding company or diversified industrial group.</li></ul></div>

Director of Procurement

Al-Qadsiah Saudi Club نادي القادسية السعودي

<div>
 
 
 Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game
 
 
 
 
 At
 
 Al-Qadsiah Club
 
 we create more than teams! We&rsquo;re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports.
 
 
 
 This is more than just a job! It&rsquo;s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you&rsquo;ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation&rsquo;s sports vision, and making history every step of the way.
 
 
 
 
 Overview:
 
 
 
 
 The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading and transforming the procurement function to deliver best value, robust governance, and operational efficiency across the organization.
 
 
 
 The role will oversee end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and P2P processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
 
 
 
 The role requires strong commercial acumen, process discipline and the ability to partner effectively with both operational departments and senior leadership.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Procurement Strategy and Leadership
 
 
 
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 Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with organisational goals and cost optimisation targets.
 
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 Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, ensuring clear allocation of workload and accountability.
 
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 Establish procurement as a strategic business partner.
 
 
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 Governance, Controls &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
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 Design and enforce procurement policies, procedures and approval frameworks.
 
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 Ensure compliance with internal polices, regulatory requirements and audit standards.
 
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 Implement robust controls across the procure-to-pay cycle.
 
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 Strategic Sourcing &amp; Cost Optimisation
 
 
 
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 Lead competitive sourcing processes, including tendering, supplier evaluation and negotiation.
 
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 Deliver measurable cost savings and value improvements across key spend categories.
 
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 Supplier &amp; Contract Management
 
 
 
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 Establish and maintain a structured supplier management framework.
 
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 Negotiate and manage key supplier contracts on collaboration with legal.
 
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 Ensure all contracts are executed, stored and monitored for performance and renewal.
 
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 Stakeholder Management
 
 
 
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 Partner with department heads to plan and manage procurement needs proactively.
 
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 Provide guidance and training to non-procurement staff on policies and best practices.
 
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 Risk Management &amp; Controls
 
 
 
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 Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
 
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 Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of robust financial controls.
 
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 Reporting &amp; Insight
 
 
 
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 Develop procurement dashboards and KPI&rsquo;s (lead times, costs savings, supplier performance)
 
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 Provide regular reporting to senior management.
 
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 Track and Analyse spend to identify opportunities for consolidation and efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
 
 
 
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 Degree in Business, Finance, Supply chain or related field
 
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 Professional certification required (e.g. CIPS)
 
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 Minimum of 7 years&rsquo; experience, including leadership roles
 
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 Experience supporting a fast-growing or complex organisation; experience within sport or a related industry is desirable.
 
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 Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier negotiations
 
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 Proven track record of delivering cost savings and process improvements.
 
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 PERSONAL SPECIFICATION &ndash; SKILLS &amp; ATTRIBUTES
 
 
 
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 Strong commercial and financial acumen.
 
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 Leadership and team development.
 
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 Negotiation and influencing skills.
 
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 High attention to detail and governance mindset.
 
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 Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.
 
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 Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
 
 
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Why Join Al-Qadsiah?
 
 
 
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 Be Part of the Legacy:
 
 Join a club that&rsquo;s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.
 
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 Experience the Culture:
 
 Thrive in an environment that values
 
 quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony
 
 . This is the Qadsiah Way.
 
 
 
 
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Head of Procurement

Sulzer

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 Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 The Head of Procurement is responsible for ensuring efficient and reliable supply of materials to support optimal production processes. The role is accountable for on-time material availability, fulfillment of quality requirements, delivery performance (OTD), and cost optimization. This position works closely with Regional Procurement, Category Managers, and the local management team to ensure alignment between procurement activities and business objectives.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Responsibility for the procurement activities of all direct materials and defined indirect materials in SSPC
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 Management of the local team of operational and category buyers
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 Alignment and challenging of commodity strategies with category managers and the Management Team
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 Support the coordination of procurement optimization activities across EMEA
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 Support purchasers in the optimization of procurement costs
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 Procurement controlling for SSPC
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 Support supplier management
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 Proactively engage and support company initiatives designed to promote a culture of safe working, environmental protection and continual improvement.
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 Remain accountable for the health, safety and welfare of their departmental workforce.
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 Ensure compliance to systems and procedures developed for the health and safety of the workforce and environmental protection
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 Ensure that Safe Systems of Work are developed and implemented for all activities, through risk assessment and operating procedures
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 Visibly lead EH&amp;S improvement through observation, intervention and workplace tours.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications / Requirements
 
 
 
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 Technical or commercial university degree
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 Significant experience of working in an international matrix organization this could limit your choices too much
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 Significant management experience in the procurement of an engineering company
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 Proven skills in supply chain management, supplier development,
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 Excellent leadership, management and technical skills
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 Strong negotiation skills
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 Analytical skills and structured work
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 Excellent communication skills, motivation and a high level of personal responsibility
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 Managing and motivating teams and internal and external stakeholders
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 Being able to work within a matrix organization
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 Drive for results
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 Direct and indirect leadership skills
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 Ensuring accountability and integrity
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 High level of loyalty to the company
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 Strategic agility and global mindset
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 Decision making within a complex environment, taking care about local and EMEA targets
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 Functional / Technical competency
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 Interpersonal skills
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 Good MS Office skills and knowledge of relevant IT solutions, in particular SAP (MM)
 
 
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 What we offer you
 
 
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 Excellent opportunities for development, along with a competitive salary and company bonus scheme.
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 A great working environment.
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 Work Location: Riyadh- Industrial Area 2
 
 
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 Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
 
 
 We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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Foreground.

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 Our client is a diversified Saudi group with significant procurement spend across operations, projects, and services. Procurement is being repositioned as a strategic value-driving function.
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 The Chief Procurement Officer will lead group-wide procurement strategy, governance, and sourcing excellence. This role will oversee strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and contract standardisation. A key mandate will be improving cost visibility, risk management, and supplier performance. The CPO will work closely with finance, operations, and legal teams. This role will also support ESG and local content initiatives. The position carries board-level visibility and influence.
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
 
 Candidates must have senior procurement leadership experience within large, complex organisations. Strong exposure to governance, sourcing strategy, and supplier negotiations is essential. Experience in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong commercial judgment, leadership maturity, and stakeholder influence. Professional procurement qualifications are advantageous.
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