Senior Manager - Procurement
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About the Role
AECOM is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities for large-scale construction projects in Saudi Arabia. The role requires 15+ years of experience in construction procurement, including 6 years in KSA, and strong commercial negotiation skills.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and budgets
- Lead end to end procurement processes including tendering, bid evaluation, negotiation, and contract award
- Manage, mentor, and develop procurement teams
- Conduct sophisticated commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors
- Prepare and approve procurement documentation including RFQs, RFPs, contracts, and purchase orders
- Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and Saudi regulations
- Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships and manage performance
- Coordinate with project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics teams
- Conduct supplier prequalification and due diligence assessments
- Oversee cost control initiatives and identify value engineering opportunities
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 (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
- Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing complex procurement campaigns for large scale construction projects
- Strong commercial negotiation skills with contract drafting and review experience
- In depth knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain management for construction
- Comprehensive understanding of Saudi procurement regulations and local market dynamics
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is advantageous
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Company Description
- AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering a better world through projects in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings.
Role Overview
- Seeking an exceptionally experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities for large scale construction projects in Saudi Arabia.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies.
- Lead end to end procurement processes.
- Manage, mentor, and develop procurement teams.
- Conduct sophisticated commercial negotiations.
- Prepare and approve procurement documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and Saudi regulations.
- Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
- Coordinate with project management and other teams.
- Conduct supplier prequalification and due diligence.
- Oversee cost control initiatives and value engineering.
Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of procurement experience in construction/infrastructure.
- At least 6 years of commercial procurement experience in KSA or Middle East.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline.
- Proven track record leading procurement teams for large scale projects.
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract drafting skills.
- In depth knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain management.
- Understanding of Saudi procurement regulations and local market.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication in English; Arabic advantageous.
- Proficiency with procurement systems and MS Office; ERP experience preferred.
- Willingness to travel to project sites.
Additional Information
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
- Global team with opportunities for growth and career ambitions.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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