Manager - Procurement Operations
Full time
at six flags and Aquarabia
in
Saudi Arabia
Posted on January 19, 2025
Job details
Adhere to Code of Conduct & Ethics: Comply with the Six Flags Qiddiya's code of conduct and ethics. Promote Vision & Values: Advocate for Six Flags Qiddiya's vision, mission, and values, modeling desired behaviors. Foster Company Culture: Promote and spread the Six Flags Qiddiya culture across the organization. Commit to Rules & Regulations: Follow and ensure adherence to Six Flags Qiddiya's rules and regulations. Goal-Oriented Execution: Perform tasks aligned with the achievement of organizational goals. Knowledge Sharing: Share expertise and encourage team development for continuous improvement.
COLLECTIVE JOB DUTIES
Adhere to Code of Conduct & Ethics: Comply with the Six Flags Qiddiya's code of conduct and ethics. Promote Vision & Values: Advocate for Six Flags Qiddiya's vision, mission, and values, modeling desired behaviors. Foster Company Culture: Promote and spread the Six Flags Qiddiya culture across the organization. Commit to Rules & Regulations: Follow and ensure adherence to Six Flags Qiddiya's rules and regulations. Goal-Oriented Execution: Perform tasks aligned with the achievement of organizational goals. Knowledge Sharing: Share expertise and encourage team development for continuous improvement.JOB-SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong, reliable, and cost-effective relationships with suppliers.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate favorable contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best value for the organization.
- Supplier Performance Monitoring: Conduct regular reviews and audits of supplier performance, addressing issues promptly to maintain high service standards.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement changes to improve procurement efficiency and reduce costs.
- Compliance & Efficiency: Ensure procurement processes comply with organizational policies and regulatory requirements while optimizing efficiency.
- Utilize Procurement Software: Leverage procurement software to streamline operations, improve data accuracy, and enhance reporting capabilities.
- Team Leadership & Mentoring: Manage and mentor the procurement team, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
- Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular performance evaluations, set clear objectives, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the procurement budget, monitoring expenditures and identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency gains.
- Cost-Saving Initiatives: Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality, ensuring maximum value is derived from procurement activities.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate procurement risks through proactive risk management strategies and contingency planning.
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to minimize organizational risks and exposure.
- Contingency Planning: Develop and maintain contingency plans for supply chain disruptions, ensuring business continuity and minimizing operational impact.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with other departments to understand their procurement needs, providing strategic support and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Interdepartmental Coordination: Coordinate with finance, legal, and other departments to ensure smooth procurement operations, resolving issues as they arise.
- Cross-Functional Project Participation: Contribute procurement expertise to cross-functional projects and initiatives that support organizational objectives and drive success.
- Supplier Evaluation & Selection: Develop and implement criteria for supplier evaluation and selection to ensure high standards of quality and performance.
- Benchmarking & Best Practices: Conduct regular benchmarking studies of procurement practices against industry standards and make recommendations for improvements.
- Purchase Order Oversight: Oversee the preparation and timely issuance of purchase orders, ensuring the prompt delivery of goods and services.
- KPIs & Performance Monitoring: Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track procurement performance and support data-driven decision-making.
- Supplier Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes for suppliers, ensuring smooth transitions and maintaining a robust supplier base.
Desired Candidate Profile
Education- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Master's degree (preferred)
- 5-8 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on procurement operations
- Procurement Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices
- Negotiation & Contract Management: Excellent skills in negotiation and managing contracts
- Team Management: Proven ability to manage and develop teams
- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical thinking with a strategic approach to problem-solving
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Project Management: Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities
- Procurement Software: Proficient in procurement software and tools
- MS Office: Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Languages: Fluent in English and Arabic
- Self-Actualization & Fulfillment: Advanced proficiency level
- Team Synergy & Development: Advanced proficiency level
- Entrepreneurial Mindset & Drive: Advanced proficiency level
- Business Acumen & Diligence: Advanced proficiency level
Company Industry
- Entertainment
- Recreation
- Theme Parks
Department / Functional Area
- Buying
- Purchase
- Procurement
Keywords
- Manager - Procurement Operations
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