Strategic Procurement Manager

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating globally for more than 35 years. We work with some of the industry’s best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity.

Our client is a major Saudi based aviation group, and, on their behalf, we are looking to recruit a Strategic Procurement Manager to play a key role in overseeing and optimising the purchasing activities of the organization to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the procurement process.

Role: Strategic Procurement Manager
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent

Key accountabilities.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance.
• Lead negotiations with vendors to secure advantageous terms and pricing agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in procurement operations.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals to ensure efficient and effective procurement processes.

Education/Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in strategic procurement, supply chain management, or similar
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership experience and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.

To be successful in your application you will need to satisfy the key skill defined for this role.

• Strong negotiation skills
• Strategic thinking
• Excellent communication skills
• Supply chain management expertise
• Financial acumen
• Vendor management abilities
• Contract management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Project management experience
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools