Senior Procurement Manager

Job Description

How we support the Whole You:  

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We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry, and then empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their health, financial and personal well-being. Our underlying benefits philosophy is this: be fair to our people and provide opportunities for those who take advantage of our programs and resources to increase their personal and financial security.

Project & Development Services – MENA:

JLL Project & Development Services (P&DS) MENA provides consulting, design, management and build services to tenant and owners, leveraging technology and digital solutions to drive outstanding service delivery.

We bring a life-cycle perspective to our clients, from development solutions to our core services in programme, project and cost management and consulting in digital solutions, tenancy management, sustainability, leisure & entertainment, and workplace & design.

Role Purpose:

We are looking for a Senior Cost / Procurement Manager for our P&DS team. This role will be working on a major mixed-use development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, responsible for managing the procurement of construction contractors for the project. 

What this job involves:

• Support the Procurement Director in leading the team procuring the construction contractors to undertake the construction of multi-billion projects

• Manage the procurement team to ensure the procurement process are carried out satisfactorily, timely and in line with the Client’s requirements

• Ensure the procurement team perform the services consistent and in line with JLL’s business and ethical standards

• Support the Procurement Director to develop procurement strategy to suit the specific requirements of the project

• Utilize and embed JLL best practice tools and processes including the use of technology to support delivery.

• Oversee and manage the day to day activities of the procurement team

• Oversee and manage the compilation of procurement and tendering documents, participate in the review of tender returns, participate in contract negotiations and award of contracts (if required)..

• Detailed weekly and monthly management reporting on procurement status

Desired skills and experience for this:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or similar relevant field

• Minimum 15 years experience in procurement management. Experience in mega projects in the region

• Strong knowledge of contracts and construction industry standards and practices

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well with a team, collaborative, pro-active, assertive with strong communication skills, excellent leadership and management skills

• Extensive knowledge of the market, current prices and fair rates for goods

• Extensive experience in procuring and engaging construction contractors for mega projects in the region

• Proficient in procurement software (SAP Ariba or similar software)

• Exemplary multitasking and organizational skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with a strong sense of urgency

What you can expect from us:

We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

We can’t wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!

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Location:

–Riyadh, SAU

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.

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