Project Procurement Senior Principal (M/F)

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Company Description

Let's SOCOTEC your potential!

Joining SOCOTEC means joining an active and ambitious community of 11,000 experts (turnover of 1,4MM in 2024 compared to 510M in 2016), players in the city of tomorrow, ready to take up new challenges in the field of Testing, Inspection and Certification in Construction, Infrastructure and Industry.

We provide risk management and technical consulting services and support our clients throughout the asset cycle.

Our objectives are to ensure their compliance, extend their lifespan, improve their environmental performance and guarantee the safety of people.

We are seeking a Senior Principal, Project Procurement with over 15 years of experience to join our team in Riyadh. This senior leadership role is critical to driving procurement excellence across a range of complex projects, ensuring that all services, materials, and construction contracts are procured in a timely, cost-effective, and high-quality manner. The role requires deep expertise in procurement management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to oversee the complete procurement lifecycle for large-scale development projects.

Job Description

1. Procurement Management Planning:
   1. Develop, implement, and maintain the Procurement Management Plan (PMP) for the project.
   2. Continuously update the PMP to reflect the latest procurement strategies, objectives, and requirements.
   3. Outline and execute strategies for the procurement of services, equipment, materials, and construction in line with project timelines and budgets.
2. Project Procurement Leadership:
   1. Lead the end-to-end procurement process, from needs identification through to tendering, contractor selection, contracting, and final certification.
   2. Ensure procurement activities align with project goals and objectives, ensuring the most cost-effective and quality-driven solutions.
   3. Review procurement requirements and current practices to identify cost optimization opportunities, applying innovative strategies such as economies of scale and long-term pricing agreements.
3. Stakeholder and Vendor Management:
   1. Oversee the capturing of procurement requirements from internal departments and ensure clear communication with all relevant stakeholders.
   2. Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, consultants, and vendors to secure favorable terms and ensure smooth project delivery.
   3. Develop and manage bid lists and assist in the prequalification of bidders, ensuring compliance with project and legal requirements.
4. Procurement Process and Documentation:
   1. Prepare procurement templates, bid documents, and contractual agreements in alignment with local procurement rules and regulations (including PPP projects).
   2. Review procurement documents and bid submissions for consistency and compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards.
   3. Administer bidding processes, including responding to bidder queries, reviewing clarifications, and providing recommendations.
5. Financial Management & Funding Analysis:
   1. Conduct project finance analysis to determine funding requirements and assess high-level project funding strategies.
   2. Identify potential sources of funding and innovative financing mechanisms that align with the goals of the project.
   3. Develop detailed revenue models and advise on appropriate funding mechanisms for the project's execution.
6. Schedule & Logistics Management:
   1. Monitor and manage procurement schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services.
   2. Oversee the preparation of manpower plans, procurement schedules, and submittal schedules by third-party consultants.
   3. Ensure that all procurement activities are aligned with the Master Schedule and facilitate the timely execution of project contracts.
7. Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
   1. Ensure all procurement practices comply with Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and governing bodies relevant to the development sector.
   2. Advise on legal aspects related to procurement, including bid evaluations, contract execution, and compliance with procurement regulations.

Qualifications

1. Experience:
   1. A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in leading procurement for large-scale design, planning, and delivery projects within dynamic and fast-paced environments, ideally within development organizations or large urban projects.
   2. Proven expertise in end-to-end procurement activities, including needs identification, tendering, vendor selection, contracting, and performance monitoring.
2. Knowledge & Skills:
   1. Deep understanding of the procurement lifecycle and cost optimization strategies within large-scale development projects.
   2. Comprehensive knowledge of governing bodies, committees, and regulatory organizations relevant to the development sector within Saudi Arabia.
   3. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage complex procurement processes and coordinate with multiple stakeholders and contractors.
   4. Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to engage and influence senior stakeholders and suppliers effectively.
3. Education & Certification:
   1. A relevant degree in Procurement, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
   2. Professional certification(s) in procurement management (e.g., CIPS, PMP) are highly desirable.
4. Additional Skills:
   1. Strong analytical skills to evaluate financial and procurement data.
   2. Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

Additional Information

1. Attractive salary and bonus with annual revision.
2. Cooperation with colleagues around the world in a leading global group.
3. Strong team spirit in an entrepreneurial environment of a growing company.
4. People values, social responsibility and sustainability.
5. Global development and relocation opportunities for high performers.
6. Opportunities for self-development and career advancement.