Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist (Arabic speaker) with a strong background in the Saudi Arabian construction industry, particularly in managing complex procurement operations for large-scale civil, architectural, and structural (CAS) packages.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing to support the successful delivery of major construction projects across Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with project requirements, budgets, and local KSA & UAE market conditions.
• Manage high-value procurement packages, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, subcontractors, and services.
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier prequalification, registration, and performance evaluation processes.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions to achieve cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
• Work closely with project, commercial, and engineering teams to support subcontractor performance and milestone delivery.
• Conduct post-project procurement reviews to assess supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Align procurement plans with project schedules, cash flow forecasts, and site requirements in coordination with finance and planning teams.
• Apply value engineering principles to achieve cost-effective procurement solutions without compromising quality or specifications.

Vendor & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable local and international suppliers for construction materials and services.
• Conduct market analysis to benchmark pricing and identify competitive suppliers within KSA and the wider GCC region.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor supplier KPIs to ensure compliance, quality standards, and on-time delivery.

Stakeholder & Compliance Management

• Act as a key interface between procurement, project management, engineering, and finance teams.
• Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies and KSA, UAE regulatory frameworks.
• Prepare and present procurement reports, cost analyses, and supplier performance summaries to senior management.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8+ years of procurement and subcontract management experience within the KSA and UAE construction sector.
• Proven experience managing procurement for major CAS construction packages on large-scale or landmark projects.
• Strong understanding of Saudi construction regulations, logistics, and local supplier networks.
• Excellent negotiation, contract management, and cost-control skills.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously.
• Proficiency in procurement tools and systems such as MS Office, ERP systems, and familiarity with AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of FIDIC contracts and international procurement best practices.