Senior Manager - Procurement
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About the Role
AECOM seeks an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement for large-scale construction projects in Saudi Arabia. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing complex negotiations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, establish, and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that align with project objectives, financial budgets, and delivery schedules
- Lead and oversee end to end procurement processes including requisitioning, tendering, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, contract award, and supplier induction
- Manage, mentor, and develop procurement teams to deliver cost effective and timely procurement solutions
- Conduct sophisticated commercial negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to secure optimal commercial terms
- Prepare, review, and approve all procurement documentation including RFQs, RFPs, contracts, scopes of work, purchase orders, and bid evaluation reports
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable Saudi regulations and industry standards
- Establish, nurture, and maintain strategic supplier relationships; actively manage supplier performance, delivery schedules, quality standards
- Coordinate and collaborate with project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics teams to align procurement plans with project delivery timelines
- Conduct thorough supplier prequalification and due diligence assessments; manage vendor risk evaluations and develop mitigation strategies
- Oversee cost control initiatives, identify value engineering opportunities, and implement procurement cost saving measures
- Support resolution of procurement related disputes and supply chain claims; provide commercial expertise and documentation
- Maintain comprehensive procurement records, develop performance dashboards, and provide regular strategic reporting to senior management
Requirements
- Minimum 15 years of total experience in procurement within the construction and infrastructure sector
- At least 6 years of hands on commercial procurement experience in KSA or broader Middle East region
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) with demonstrated commercial experience in procurement
- Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing complex procurement campaigns for large scale construction projects
- Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in contract drafting and review
- In depth knowledge of procurement best practices, commercial terms, and supply chain management specific to construction and infrastructure
- Comprehensive understanding of Saudi procurement regulations, local market dynamics, and the regional supplier base
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is advantageous
- Proficiency with procurement systems and MS Office; experience with ERP or e procurement platforms is preferred
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required
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Role Overview
- We are seeking an exceptionally experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead and oversee all procurement activities for large scale construction projects.
- The successful candidate will drive procurement strategy and execution at a strategic level, manage complex commercial negotiations, ensure optimal supplier performance, and maintain full compliance with company policies and local Saudi regulations.
- This role demands exceptional commercial acumen, extensive procurement expertise in construction and infrastructure, and proven success operating within the Saudi and Middle Eastern markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, establish, and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that align with project objectives, financial budgets, and delivery schedules.
- Lead and oversee end to end procurement processes including requisitioning, tendering, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, contract award, and supplier induction.
- Manage, mentor, and develop procurement teams to deliver cost effective and timely procurement solutions.
- Conduct sophisticated commercial negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to secure optimal commercial terms, competitive pricing, and balanced risk allocation.
- Prepare, review, and approve all procurement documentation including RFQs, RFPs, contracts, scopes of work, purchase orders, and comprehensive bid evaluation reports.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable Saudi regulations and industry standards.
- Establish, nurture, and maintain strategic supplier relationships; actively manage supplier performance, delivery schedules, quality standards, and address supply chain issues proactively.
- Coordinate and collaborate with project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics teams to align procurement plans with project delivery timelines and technical specifications.
- Conduct thorough supplier prequalification and due diligence assessments; manage vendor risk evaluations and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies.
- Oversee cost control initiatives, identify value engineering opportunities, and implement procurement cost saving measures to optimise project economics.
- Support resolution of procurement related disputes and supply chain claims; provide commercial expertise and documentation to support project outcomes.
- Maintain comprehensive procurement records, develop performance dashboards, and provide regular strategic reporting to senior management on procurement status, emerging risks, and key performance indicators.
Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of total experience in procurement within the construction and infrastructure sector.
- At least 6 years of hands on commercial procurement experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) or broader Middle East (ME) region.
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) with demonstrated commercial experience in procurement.
- Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing complex procurement campaigns for large scale construction projects.
- Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in contract drafting and review.
- In depth knowledge of procurement best practices, commercial terms, and supply chain management specific to construction and infrastructure.
- Comprehensive understanding of Saudi procurement regulations, local market dynamics, and the regional supplier base.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is advantageous.
- Proficiency with procurement systems and MS Office; experience with ERP or e procurement platforms is preferred.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Additional Information
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
- AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retir
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