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Country Procurement Manager Location: Riyadh - KARE Head Office Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted Today Job Requisition ID: R0644011 KONE, certified as a Top Employer in UAE, Qatar, KSA, and Oman, is committed to creating a better work environment through excellent people practices. We prioritize our employees' well-being and foster a workplace that values collaboration, diversity, growth, and efficiency. Role Overview: The Country Procurement Manager leads and oversees procurement activities within Saudi Arabia. This position requires close coordination with local business operations and alignment with the Frontline Procurement Manager of the relevant unit. The role focuses on implementing global or area-based procurement strategies, managing supplier selection and negotiations, and driving supplier performance and relationship management. Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement for the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey, the Country Procurement Manager serves as the primary Procurement representative in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the role involves coaching stakeholders on spend optimization and ensuring alignment with broader Procurement objectives and strategies. Key Responsibilities and Activities: Leadership and Coordination:
- Supervise the Procurement team in Saudi Arabia.
- Act as a key counterpart to other business functions in the country.
- Represent Procurement in cross-functional teams and country management forums.
- Drive the availability, quality, and cost optimization of materials and services.
- Facilitate cross-functional cost management steering in the country.
- Address local procurement requirements and align them with area procurement strategies.
- Act as a contract owner for selected suppliers.
- Handle escalated supplier issues.
- Manage supplier selection, tendering, negotiation, and relationship management.
- Implement global and area category plans at the country level.
- Coach stakeholders on spend optimization and cost management strategies.
- Strong supply market knowledge in the relevant area of spend.
- Proficiency in supplier tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
- Familiarity with supplier performance, quality management, and relationship management.
- Knowledge of relevant technologies and systems in procurement.
- 8–15 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management. Candidates with current or previous experience in Saudi Arabia will have an advantage.
- Familiarity with regional procurement laws and supplier networks is a plus.
- Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience.
- Experience working in an international/multinational environment is an advantage.
- Strong people management skills.
- Effective stakeholder management abilities.
- Expertise in change management processes.
- Strategic and analytical mindset for cost optimization.
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