Senior Procurement Specialist

Overview

Lead corporate asset procurement, manage vendors, and ensure cost-effective sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

• purchase orders
• supplier management
• invoice reconciliation
• category strategy
• budget management
• vendor relations

Tasks

To lead the procurement of assets at the corporate level and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure the effective implementation of the purchasing strategy. The role involves monitoring the balance between centralized and decentralized purchasing, leveraging economies of scale, and maintaining mutually beneficial vendor relationships — all aimed at ensuring accurate, timely, and cost-effective procurement across the organization. -Support claim management by addressing supplier-related issues, rectifying deficiencies, and processing payment reversals if needed. -Verify the conformity of received goods/services with the purchase order; document and escalate deviations when necessary. -Adhere to approved budgets to achieve the procurement plan and communicate with stakeholders for necessary approvals. -Follow all relevant policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions to ensure work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. -Handle purchase orders and asset creation processes, ensuring proper referencing of demand specifications, supplier attribution, and PO submission. -Support the implementation of category strategies and sourcing activities within specific categories. -Track and confirm orders, monitor deviations from purchase orders, and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely delivery. -Identify various sourcing methods and potential suppliers and recommend the most suitable options for NHC. -Contribute to the procurement planning and budgeting cycle by providing relevant input and feedback. -Ensure effective utilization of the procurement planning budget and report accurately on progress and challenges. -Promote the implementation and adherence to all relevant procurement policies, processes, and operating procedures among team members. -Assist in demand bundling and supplier negotiations, in coordination with the Operational Procurement Manager and Category Manager. -Review invoice and payment alignment with purchase orders, resolve discrepancies, and process payments accordingly. -Contribute to identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within departmental systems, processes, and practices, with a focus on best practices, business process enhancement, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. -Manage purchase requisitions and approvals, including demand validation, initiating orders, and ensuring compliance with established procedures. -Support the Procurement Head in identifying and developing potential vendors and managing corporate-level agreements/contracts aligned with NHC’s requirements. -Collaborate closely with internal partners such as Category Management, and Finance & Accounting to ensure effective procurement execution.

Requirements

• bachelor’s
• supply chain
• procurement
• 6 years
• operational procurement

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, or a related field. -Minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement, with a strong emphasis on operational procurement.

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About Nhc

-Founded to revolutionize housing development, National Housing Company (NHC) focuses on delivering high-quality, affordable homes. -NHC plays a key role in transforming the housing landscape in Saudi Arabia, with an emphasis on sustainability and innovation. -The company has delivered a range of residential projects, including gated communities, mixed-use developments, and urban regeneration initiatives. -NHC specializes in not just residential projects but also large-scale infrastructure works that support urbanization. -With significant investments in infrastructure, NHC helps develop vital utilities and essential services to support new housing communities. -Among NHC's unique offerings are smart homes, energy-efficient building designs, and environmentally conscious development practices. -Its residential projects often include advanced technological integrations to ensure long-term sustainability and comfort for residents.

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