Purchase Runner (Freelancer)

Role Overview

Sourcing and Procurement

• Source materials, products, consumables, and samples from local markets and suppliers across KSA.
• Visit suppliers, manufacturers, and trading centres to identify suitable products and alternative solutions.
• Verify product quality, quantity, specifications, availability, and supplier reliability.
• Obtain quotations, technical specifications, samples, catalogues, and supplier information.
• Support new supplier identification and sourcing opportunities.
• Assist with negotiating prices and delivery terms within approved limits.

Logistics and Supplier Management

• Collect purchased materials and coordinate delivery to warehouses, offices, or project sites.
• Check that purchased goods match approved specifications and quantities before acceptance.
• Support urgent procurement requests and expedite deliveries when required.
• Coordinate transportation and ensure safe handling of purchased items.
• Maintain positive supplier and vendor relationships and report issues with pricing, quality, delivery, or service.
• Share market intelligence and sourcing opportunities with the procurement team.

Administration and Performance

• Maintain records of purchases, supplier visits, quotations, and deliveries.
• Manage petty cash and expense documentation as assigned.
• Submit receipts, invoices, and supporting documents promptly for reconciliation.
• Complete sourcing and purchasing activities within agreed timelines.
• Support procurement cost savings and operational efficiency targets.
• Provide regular updates on sourcing progress and market availability.

Knowledge and Experience

• No specific number of years of experience is required; strong knowledge of local supply markets is expected.
• Construction, fit-out, or events experience is beneficial.
• A degree equivalent to 12+3 education is listed for the role.
• Arabic and English speaking, reading, and writing skills are required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and ERP systems is expected.
• Knowledge of Dynamics, COUPA, or Easy-Job is beneficial.

Additional Requirements

• A valid KSA driving licence and own car are required.
• The role requires travel within the GCC at short notice.
• Weekend and public holiday work may be required.
• Hindi or Urdu language skills are beneficial.

Health, Safety and Environment

• Use company machinery, appliances, tools, transport, and other equipment correctly.
• Use required personal protective equipment and do not remove machinery or installation safety devices.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations and help maintain safe working conditions.
• Monitor and reduce resource consumption to limit environmental impacts.