Procurement Team Lead – Indirect Materials

We are looking for a Procurement Team Lead – Indirect Materials to lead procurement activities, drive cost optimization, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure effective procurement execution.

• Lead the end-to-end procurement cycle.
• Drive budget preparation, market intelligence, sourcing and negotiations.
• Manage supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Lead RFI / RFP / RFQ processes and ensure effective procurement execution.
• Raise purchase orders and manage import documentation and customs clearance in KSA.
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and procurement processes.
• Drive OTIF targets and maintain zero downtime due to out-of-stock situations.
• Prepare and manage contracts.
• Optimize Net Working Capital (NWC) and support inventory optimization.
• Lead and supervise new projects focused on cost optimization and innovation.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and market intelligence firms.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain & Logistics Management from a reputable university.
• 3+ years of experience, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry and in Indirect Procurement.
• Certifications such as PMP, CSCP or CSCM are preferred.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ORACLE systems.
• Strong knowledge of Incoterms, sourcing, negotiations and procurement processes.

• Strategic Sourcing & Budget Management
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Effective Communication & Teamwork
• Accountability & Ownership
• Creativity, Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Strategic and Forward Thinking
• Stakeholder Management
• Resilience, Attention to Detail & Stress Management

• Business Strategy Understanding
• Business Planning
• Revenue Growth Management
• Pricing & Product Mix
• Financial Acumen
• Business Value Chain Analysis Knowledge of Analytics Tools

• Effective implementation of procurement contracts and strategies.
• Successful delivery of annual innovation and procurement initiatives.
• Strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Application of strategic procurement tools such as Strategic Sourcing, E-Auction and Annual Sourcing Plans.
• Improved inventory optimization and working capital support.