vice president of procurement

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

BAKER GROUP

<div>PURPOSE
The Director of Procurement leads the strategic sourcing and procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective and quality-driven acquisition of materials, equipment and services critical to project execution. This role drives value creation through supplier relationships, market intelligence and disciplined purchasing practices, aligning with enterprise operational and financial goals.
 By collaborating closely with project management, operations and leadership, the position ensures procurement activities support project schedules, enhance competitiveness and uphold Baker Group&rsquo;s reputation for reliability and performance. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Leadership &amp; Strategy:<ul><li>
Establish the overall vision, strategy and operating model for procurement across the organization.</li><li>
Lead, develop, mentor and evaluate Procurement Managers, ensuring alignment with company growth and operational objectives.</li><li>
Advise senior leadership on supply chain risks, cost trends and strategic sourcing opportunities.</li><li>
Develop and oversee performance metrics that drive accountability, scalability and continuous improvement across procurement functions.</li><li>
Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with project requirements, financial objectives and organizational goals.</li></ul>
Procurement Governance &amp; Oversight:<ul><li>
Define and enforce procurement policies, standards and controls to ensure consistency compliance and risk mitigation.</li><li>
Provide oversight of major sourcing initiatives, high-value contracts and critical supplier agreements.</li><li>
Ensure procurement activities across all business units are aligned, efficient and delivering maximum value.</li><li>
Evaluate strategic sourcing decisions that impact project cost, schedule and overall business performance, in collaboration with the Project Manager.</li></ul>
Supplier Strategy &amp; Marketing Positioning:<ul><li>
Develop long-term supplier strategies, including preferred vendor programs and strategic partnerships.</li><li>
Lead executive-level supplier engagement, including negotiations for key agreements and resolution of critical issues.</li><li>
Position the organization to respond proactively to market shifts, supply constraints, and pricing volatility.</li><li>
Drive diversification of the supply base to enhance resilience and competitive advantage.</li></ul>
Enterprise Collaboration &amp; Value Creation:<ul><li>
Partner with executive leadership, operations, estimating, and finance to align procurement strategy with business planning and project delivery.</li><li>
Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve total cost of ownership, standardization, and prefabrication strategies.</li><li>
Champion data-driven decision-making and the use of technology to enhance procurement visibility and performance.</li><li>
Identify and lead enterprise-wide cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.</li></ul> 
MINIMUM EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required.</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement, supply chain, or related experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience leading procurement functions across multiple projects, business units, or regions within mechanical construction, industrial contracting, or a related industry.</li><li>
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier programs, and cost optimization strategies at an organizational level.</li><li>
Extensive experience negotiating complex, high-value contracts and managing key supplier relationships.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and project-based supply chain dynamics.</li><li>
Experience implementing procurement systems, process standardization, and performance metrics (KPIs) across an organization.</li><li>
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or CSCP preferred.</li></ul> 
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Strategic thinking with the capability to translate business objectives into procurement strategies and actionable plans.</li><li>
Leadership and influence skills to align cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders .</li><li>
Strong decision-making in complex, high-impact, and time-sensitive situations.</li><li>
Advanced analytical skills to evaluate market data, financial impacts, and supply chain risks.</li><li>
Effective communication and presentation skills with executive leadership, internal teams, and external partners.</li><li>
Capacity to manage multiple priorities across projects and business units in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Proven capability to lead organizational change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Professionalism, sound judgment, and composure under pressure.</li><li>
Commitment to compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><div> 
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY</div><ul><li>
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li><li>
Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally</li><li>
May have occasional visits to a job site which would require periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs.</li></ul> 
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS<ul><li>
Laptop Computer</li></ul> 
Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.</div>

Siemens Energy

<div>About the Role
Location: Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia 
Department: Grid Technologies
 
Mode of Employment: Permanent 
Position Title: Head of Procurement
A Snapshot of Your Day
As a Strategic Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient sourcing and supplier management to support the operational performance of the GIS factory in Dammam. You will be responsible for securing supply chain reliability, driving cost optimization, and implementing long-term procurement strategies aligned with global and regional objectives.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operations, R&amp;D, and global procurement to ensure business continuity, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.
How You&rsquo;ll Make an Impact<ul>
<li>Ensure timely sourcing of materials and services to meet project demands, securing qualified suppliers with optimal cost, quality, and capacity
</li><li>Drive cost optimization initiatives through negotiations, localization, supplier reallocation, and engineering improvements
</li><li>Monitor and improve supplier performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), First Pass Yield (FPY), and capacity management
</li><li>Manage daily supplier relationships and negotiations to ensure supply chain stability and flexibility
</li><li>Execute supplier development strategies aligned with global and regional procurement objectives
</li><li>Increase localization rates, develop second-source strategies, and allocate business to high-performing suppliers
</li><li>Collaborate closely with R&amp;D teams to support new product development, including early supplier involvement, DFx analysis, and supplier sourcing
</li><li>Support cost optimization initiatives such as VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) projects
</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities comply with Siemens Energy policies, standards, and integrity principles
</li><li>Leverage digital procurement tools to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and overall sourcing performance
</li><li>Stay up to date with digital trends and support the implementation of new tools and systems
</li></ul>What You Bring<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
</li><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement within a relevant industry
</li><li>Experience in managing electrical or drive-related commodities is a plus
</li><li>Strong understanding of technical drawings, particularly casting and machining components
</li><li>Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
</li><li>Proficiency in procurement tools and digital systems
</li><li>Fluency in English (written and spoken); Arabic is a plus
</li></ul>Soft Skills<ul>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
</li><li>Proactive and results-driven approach
</li><li>Ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural teams
</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
</li><li>High level of ownership and accountability</li>
</ul>
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we&rsquo;re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character &ndash; no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards<ul><li>
Working with a global team</li><li>
Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects</li><li>
Possibility to take over further tasks within the company</li><li>
Supportive work culture</li><li>
Medical benefits
</li><li>Remote/Flexible work</li><li>
Time off/Paid holidays</li><li>
Parental leave</li><li>
Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform</li></ul><ul>
<li>e-Learning</li>
<li>Mentorship</li>
<li>Coaching</li>
<li> Open feedback culture</li></ul></div>

Head of Procurement

<div>
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Grid Technologies
 
 
 
 Mode of Employment:
 
 Permanent
 
 
 
 Position Title:
 
 Head of Procurement
 
 
 
 A Snapshot of Your Day
 
 
 
 As a Strategic Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient sourcing and supplier management to support the operational performance of the GIS factory in Dammam. You will be responsible for securing supply chain reliability, driving cost optimization, and implementing long-term procurement strategies aligned with global and regional objectives.
 
 
 You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operations, R&amp;D, and global procurement to ensure business continuity, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.
 
 
 
 How You&rsquo;ll Make An Impact
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure timely sourcing of materials and services to meet project demands, securing qualified suppliers with optimal cost, quality, and capacity
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive cost optimization initiatives through negotiations, localization, supplier reallocation, and engineering improvements
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and improve supplier performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), First Pass Yield (FPY), and capacity management
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage daily supplier relationships and negotiations to ensure supply chain stability and flexibility
 </li>
 <li>
 Execute supplier development strategies aligned with global and regional procurement objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Increase localization rates, develop second-source strategies, and allocate business to high-performing suppliers
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with R&amp;D teams to support new product development, including early supplier involvement, DFx analysis, and supplier sourcing
 </li>
 <li>
 Support cost optimization initiatives such as VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all procurement activities comply with Siemens Energy policies, standards, and integrity principles
 </li>
 <li>
 Leverage digital procurement tools to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and overall sourcing performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay up to date with digital trends and support the implementation of new tools and systems
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You Bring
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement within a relevant industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in managing electrical or drive-related commodities is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of technical drawings, particularly casting and machining components
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in procurement tools and digital systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English (written and spoken); Arabic is a plus
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Soft Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactive and results-driven approach
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of ownership and accountability
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Who is Siemens Energy?
 
 
 
 At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we&rsquo;re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.
 
 
 Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
 
 
 
 Our Commitment to Diversity
 
 
 
 Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character &ndash; no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
 
 
 
 Rewards
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Working with a global team
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Possibility to take over further tasks within the company
 </li>
 <li>
 Supportive work culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Medical benefits
 </li>
 <li>
 Remote/Flexible work
 </li>
 <li>
 Time off/Paid holidays
 </li>
 <li>
 Parental leave
 </li>
 <li>
 Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform
 </li>
 <li>
 e-Learning
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentorship
 </li>
 <li>
 Coaching
 </li>
 <li>
 Open feedback culture
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Swisslinx Middle East

<div>
 
 Riyadh-based large F&amp;B firm is hiring for a Procurement &amp; Planning Head to head their procurement and supply chain departments in KSA.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary:
 
 
 
 The Procurement and Planning Head is responsible for overseeing and managing the company&rsquo;s overall supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory control, and vendor management. The role ensures efficient processes, cost-effective operations, and timely availability of materials to support business needs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 1. Procurement &amp; Vendor Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers to ensure quality and reliability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service terms with vendors.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 2. Inventory Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement inventory control procedures to minimize waste and shortages.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 3. Planning &amp; Forecasting
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead demand forecasting and supply planning based on sales trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Align supply chain activities with business goals and production schedules.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify risks in the supply chain and implement contingency plans.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 4. Process Improvement
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Analyze supply chain operations and identify areas for improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement best practices, automation tools, and performance metrics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Enhance operational efficiency while reducing costs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 5. Leadership &amp; Coordination
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead, train, and develop supply chain team members.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with departments such as Operations, Finance, and Sales.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide regular reports on supply chain performance and KPIs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 7&ndash;10 years relevant experience in supply chain roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain software.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership experience with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Head of Procurement and Planning

Pakistan Single Window

<div>This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan&rsquo;s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA&rsquo;s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Support end-to-end procurement processes (annual procurement planning, requisition validation, solicitation, bid/quote receipt, evaluation coordination, award processing, and contracting) in accordance with applicable procurement rules, delegated authorities, and NAFSA SOPs.</li><li>
Prepare and maintain procurement plans and trackers, including timelines, sourcing approach (RFQ/RFP/competitive bidding), estimated costs, and linkage with approved budgets and user department requirements.</li><li>
Draft and process procurement documentation including bidding documents, RFQs/RFPs, terms of reference/specifications templates, bid opening documentation, comparative statements, evaluation reports, and award recommendation notes for approvals.</li><li>
Ensure procurement activities are transparent, time-bound, and fully documented with complete audit trails (approvals, communications, bids/quotations, evaluation sheets, minutes, conflict-of-interest declarations where applicable).</li><li>
Coordinate with user departments to finalize technical specifications/SOWs, evaluation criteria, delivery timelines, and acceptance requirements; ensure clarifications are documented and shared consistently with bidders.</li><li>
Support contract administration and vendor onboarding including issuance of POs/contracts, delivery/installation coordination, inspection/acceptance documentation, and handover/close-out records.</li><li>
Maintain procurement records and vendor files (performance history, compliance documents, dispute/penalty records where applicable) and support vendor performance monitoring against contractual deliverables and SLAs.</li><li>
Support procurement reporting and analytics including cycle times, savings/valuefor-money indicators, pending procurements, contract status, and compliance reporting for management review and audit requirements.</li><li>
Coordinate resolution of procurement-related issues (delays, non-compliance, quality concerns) through documented correspondence and escalation to the relevant approving authorities.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
 
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s (Minimum sixteen years) in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline.
</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum 4 years overall experience, at least 4 years relevant procurement experience (public sector procurement experience preferred).</li><li>
Knowledge of procurement rules, tendering processes, and contract documentation.</li><li>
Strong documentation, coordination, and integrity.</li></ul></div>

Assistant Director (Procurement) | NAFSA

Regeneron

<div>Company Background:
Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents, develops, and commercializes life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for 35 years by physician-scientists, Regeneron's unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to numerous FDA-approved treatments and product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in Regeneron's laboratories. Regeneron's medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, pain, hematologic conditions, infectious diseases, and rare diseases. Headquartered in Tarrytown, NY, Regeneron has 13,300 employees. 
Our commitment to patients extends well beyond our labs. We are proud to support the communities we serve, to embrace a culture and business model of patients over profits and to hold the highest ethical standards when it comes to patient well-being. Regeneron&rsquo;s ethos of Doing Well by Doing Good centers around three responsibility focus areas: 1) Improve the lives of people with serious disease 2) Foster a culture of integrity and excellence and 3) Build sustainable communities. 
Regeneron&rsquo;s 2023 revenues were greater than $13 Billion. Key products of Eylea, Dupixent, and Libtayo are all blockbuster products with Eylea and Dupixent in the top 10 pharmaceuticals on market by revenue. Notably, all 12 products marketed by Regeneron were discovered and developed internally. Despite being a large cap biopharma company, Regeneron anticipates significant growth over the coming years primarily due to growth of on-market products and returns from significant R&amp;D investment. Regeneron plans $4.4B in R&amp;D investment this year with 35 products in clinical development with a pipeline focused on Ophthalmology, Immunology, and Oncology therapeutic areas. 
Team Description:
The Global Procurement team is investing in resources both to support team growth and anticipated growth in spend. The vision is to build a procurement capability that acts as a competitive advantage to Regeneron and evolve the organizational structure to focus the team on end-to-end category accountability and invest in appropriate category leadership, including further development of our center of excellence and establishing an international markets procurement team. The global Procurement team will be structured with category teams having end-to-end accountability for category management, sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship management for assigned categories. These category teams will be enabled by procurement colleagues in an expanded Center of Excellence, an International Markets team, and a Capability Center all accountable for driving consistency and efficiency. 
Culture:
Regeneron leads with science and our global procurement team will play a critical role in enabling our scientific advancements. Our vision is to build a procurement capability that acts as a competitive advantage to Regeneron.
This is a great opportunity to join us and help to shape and drive the development of the new organization and realize our vision. 
Key Accountabilities:
<ul><li>Accountable for leading, defining, and implementing the Global Indirect Category strategy to serve global and regional business needs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Works closely with stakeholders to lead discussions related to the Indirect Categories of Professsional Services, IT, Travel and Meetings, and HR and aligns category priorities with Procurement management and stakeholders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Leads negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement activities for the Indirect Category as assigned.
</li></ul><ul><li>Works independently to drive value in terms of cost savings, cash flow improvement, and other efficiency savings from category management activities.
</li></ul><ul><li>Represents Global Procurement by participating in organizational decisions in the Indirect categories with critical short and long-term impact on the success, efficiency, growth, and results of the organization and company.
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates knowledge of efficient global procurement organizations and processes within the biopharmaceutical industry to support the growth and evolution of the Global Procurement organization and leverages this knowledge to drive improvements within Regeneron, aligned with corporate priorities.
</li></ul><ul><li>Leads category activities to ensure compliance with appropriate GxPs and other applicable regulations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Negotiates contract terms and conditions in consultation with Law department aligned with Regeneron&rsquo;s priorities and business requirements.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manages team of professional level employees responsible for performing category management tasks
</li></ul><ul><li>Provides coaching and guidance on job performance and career development to direct reports and provides leadership examples for the organization.
</li></ul><ul><li>Uses data to drive decision-making for successful category projects.
</li></ul><ul><li>Coaches proficiency on procurement technical skills among Global Procurement team. 
</li></ul>Job Requirements:
<ul><li>The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study plus progressive experience in procurement, preferably including substantial experience in Pharma/BioPharma.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience successfully leading global categories teams, processes, and suppliers across a breadth of categories
</li></ul><ul><li>Builds influential relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to drive results for Regeneron.
</li></ul><ul><li>The candidate should demonstrate success leading cross-functional teams to drive results in Indirect categories or related categories through effective sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and supplier relationship management.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide expert insight and knowledge regarding rates, unit costs, and costing structures to enable optimal negotiations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Uses external data sources, market information, and supplier engagement to constantly improve Regeneron&rsquo;s kowledge of supply market dynamics.
</li></ul><ul><li>Individual who is experienced operating with integrity, focus, and clarity in an environment of ambiguity to drive change and improvement.
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated success leading and directing the global supply market evaluation process using all available market intelligence, risk, compliance, and financial assessment tools.
</li></ul><ul><li>Acts as the primary relationship manager to the supplier's global leadership team.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience leading manager level professionals in a multi-national firm including writing performance reviews, setting annual objectives, coaching, and developing direct reports.
</li></ul><ul><li>Working knowledge with sourcing contracting tools, ERP&rsquo;s, and eRFx systems preferred. (Oracle, Zycus, Ariba, Other)
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to leverage standard business applications for communicating, presenting and analyzing (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
</li></ul><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries&rsquo; specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
 
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron&rsquo;s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron&rsquo;s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location. 
 
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
Salary Range (annually)
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>$255,000.00 - $424,900.00</div>

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