Procurement Manager

Job Description

Our client is a marketing and communication agency based in Saudi Arabia offering a range of services such as advertising, events, and many more. They are looking to hire a Procurement Manager for their company in Riyadh.<p><br></p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Develop sound and cost-effective strategies for purchasing materials used in the business. </li><li>Maintain relationships with suppliers and actively search for new vendors. </li><li>Evaluate spending operations to identify areas for improvement and enhance the quality of purchased products and delivery timelines. </li><li>Conduct cost analyses and establish benchmarks to drive improvement. </li><li>Collaborate closely with top management to ensure favorable contract negotiations and terms. </li><li>Preferably have experience in the event agency industry with knowledge of the local market.<br></li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Requirements:</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, or a related field </li><li>3-5 years experience in procurement, with increasing levels of responsibility </li><li>Superb written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail </li><li>Fluent in English, Arabic is a plus.</li></ul>