Job Description

Company Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Management Company (SMSCMC). SMSCMC was created as a Saudi Arabian joint venture company co-owned by BAE Systems and local shareholders to deliver KSA industrialisation of supply chain management and thereby support Saudi Vision 2030. SMSCMC brings rich experience from its world-class defence heritage and global and local partners and is proud to be continuously transferring and developing leading capabilities, skills and jobs within the expanding Saudi economy.

Principal Procurement Officer - SMSCMC Advert closing on 28/02/23

Would you like to be part of our team. We currently have a vacancy as Principal Procurement Officer. Location: Riyadh Grade: G5

Your main responsibilities: Produce a full range of contract / subcontract documentation for assigned areas in line with all relevant SMSCMC requirements and procedures. In line with DOA, lead or actively participate in and support others in contract/ subcontract negotiations with all relevant parties to facilitate the smooth and successful conclusion of negotiations. Support contract management and manage Suppliers / subcontracts, ensuring the efficient and effective resolution of issues. Manage Suppliers in order to meet agreed performance levels, KPI's/PIs. Prepare and issue purchase orders for subcontractors/suppliers in accordance with established procurement policies, issue requests for proposals and verify invoices prior to payment. Support and implement pricing and payment strategies and policies in assigned areas, in accordance with all relevant SMSCMC requirements and procedures Support and implement overall financial targets and budgetary management strategies in assigned areas Identify potential areas of risk and carry out risk analyses and assessments to support the minimisation of risk. Contribute to building, managing and maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers/Suppliers to ensure the effective management of business agreements and contracts from the cradle to the grave Actively support commercial/procurement issues to facilitate effective business decision-making and the effective resolution of issues and disputes, including customer complaints. Monitor sub-contractors' commercial activities - including terms and conditions and price negotiations - to ensure that quality and cost are maintained to enable contractual obligations to be met. Lead, develop and motivate any assigned staff to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their responsibilities. Contribute to the development of the Functional Governance Manual and the Procurement Manual and implement them in assigned standard areas to support improved business effectiveness. Keep up to date with and research new commercial/procurement developments in assigned areas and assist in assessing their advantage to the company. Liaison with internal and external customers as appropriate. Support interfaces with Finance, Legal, HR and Group Tax to help establish effective contracting and pricing models. Co-ordinate and Process Requests for Information and Quotation (RFI / RFQ) Carryout Value for Money Analysis (VFM) Tender analysis and administration. Support bid activities / Ready for Bid Approval (RBA) activities. Production of Commercial/Procurement plans in support of LCM.

Your Skills and Qualifications: Relevant Degree or equivalent and 6+ years commercial/procurement experience Good knowledge of business financial/commercial/procurement policies A working knowledge of LCM and its guiding principles Track record of contributing to the management of contractual issues A thorough understanding and comprehension of Commercial Contracts & Law Proven negotiating skills Wide ranging experience of dealing with domestic and international suppliers Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or the International Association for Contracts and Commercial Management (IACCM) or equivalent.

(The Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Chains Management Company holds the Mowaamah Gold Certificate as a work environment that empowers and motivates people with disabilities. We take pride in creating environment that supports everyone regardless of gender, age, physical ability)