Procurement Manager - Saudi National

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group's operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions.

Egis' long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

The Procurement Manager provides management and direction for all contracting and procurement functions on the project, including tendering, contract award, purchasing, expediting, supplier data control, and supplier quality.

• Responsible to procurement administration of commercial procurement actions; reviewing, preparing and approving RFPs, conducting bid abstracts, conducting negotiations, preparing purchase orders and subcontracts;
• Develops and implements procurement discipline or project policies and procedures. Anticipates that routine and non-routine problems will arise and provides systems to resolve them. Utilizes knowledge of the Company to keep aware of the current business climate and client requirements. Represents the Procurement Department in client meetings. Establishes and maintains a high confidence level with clients.
• Keeps abreast of all pending and current legislation affecting procurement functions. Makes recommendations to management for policy changes, as appropriate.
• Researches current information and remains knowledgeable regarding markets and suppliers worldwide.
• Establishes budgets, schedules, and plans for the discipline or project and ensures that goals are met or exceeded.
• Participates in gathering, analyzing, and preparing data for proposals.
• Represents the Procurement Department in client presentations.
• Takes an active role in the Quality Improvement Process and encourages technical excellence of assigned staff.

• Broad experience in a variety of procurement assignments
• Proven leadership capability
• Minimum 10 years of experience in similar projects.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required
• Sound knowledge of commercial aspects of major civil & infrastructure projects
• Experience in writing technical and commercial evaluation reports.
• Sound experience of delivering tender recommendations, challenging conclusions from internal and external departments and challenging procurement schedule to hit key dates.
• Leadership Skills
• MCIPS qualification is preferable.