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Purpose of the Role
The Purchase Manager – CAPEX & MRO is responsible for leading strategic sourcing and procurement activities across CAPEX, MRO, Engineering Services, and Industrial categories within SADAFCO operations. The role supports cost optimization, supplier performance management, operational reliability, working capital improvement, and procurement transformation initiatives aligned with operational excellence objectives.
This position partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, PMO, Finance, Logistics, Legal, and Operations teams to convert business requirements into effective procurement strategies, deliver sourcing initiatives, and create measurable commercial value.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Analyze spend patterns, supplier markets, and operational requirements to develop sourcing strategies for CAPEX, MRO, Engineering Services, and Industrial categories.
- Implement procurement best practices, sourcing governance frameworks, and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct supplier benchmarking, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, cost modeling, and market intelligence activities.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process optimization initiatives.
Procurement Strategy Execution
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities in collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, PMO, and Operations stakeholders.
- Increase spend coverage through strategic supplier agreements and long-term partnerships.
Contract & Compliance Management
- Lead contract drafting, negotiation support, implementation, and compliance monitoring activities.
- Collaborate with Legal and business stakeholders to ensure contracts adequately protect company interests.
- Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations, procurement policies, and governance standards.
Supplier Relationship & Risk Management
- Monitor supplier performance against defined KPIs and service level agreements.
- Develop alternate sourcing strategies and supply continuity plans to minimize operational risk.
- Conduct supplier audits and cross-functional supplier review meetings.
Operational Procurement & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary procurement contact for assigned stakeholder groups.
- Manage RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, including technical and commercial evaluations.
- Oversee PO creation, modifications, and open PO follow-up activities.
- Resolve operational procurement issues including delivery delays, quality concerns, blocked invoices, and GRN discrepancies.
- Prepare procurement KPI dashboards, savings reports, and spend analytics presentations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Industrial, or Production Engineering) is mandatory.
- 8-10 years of procurement experience within FMCG, with core experience in Capex & MRO is mandatory
- Experience in SAP (S2P), Tableau & Power BI is mandatory
- MBA, APICS, CPIM, CPSM, or equivalent procurement/supply chain certifications are preferred.
Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Industrial, or Production Engineering) is mandatory.
- 8-10 years of procurement experience within FMCG, with core experience in Capex & MRO is mandatory
- Experience in SAP (S2P), Tableau & Power BI is mandatory
- MBA, APICS, CPIM, CPSM, or equivalent procurement/supply chain certifications are preferred.
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
SADAFCO
منذ تأسيسها عام 1976، أصبحت شركة سدافكو من الشركات الرائدة في تصنيع وتوزيع وبيع المنتجات الغذائية في المملكة العربية السعودية مع انتشار واسع في منطقة الشرق الأوسط. ومن خلال علاماتها التجارية المميزة مثل السعودية وكريسبي. نفخر بكوننا الرواد في أسواق الحليب طويل الأجل، معجون الطماطم، والآيس كريم.
في سدافكو، نؤمن أن نجاحنا يرتكز على مواهب فريقنا المتنوع والمتميز. نعمل مع أكثر من 3000 موظف من 49 جنسية، ونوفر بيئة عمل محفزة تدعم الابتكار والتطور المهني.
تماشياً مع رؤية السعودية 2030، نركّز على تطوير المواهب من خلال برامج التعلم المستمر وتدريب القيادات، ونؤمن ببناء مسارات مهنية حقيقية توفر للموظفين بيئة داعمة وموارد تساعدهم على النجاح والتطور.
ومع تطلعنا إلى المستقبل، تظل الاستدامة في صميم استراتيجيتنا. نهدف للوصول إلى الحياد الكربوني بحلول عام 2060، ونعمل على تحويل أسطولنا إلى مركبات خالية من الانبعاثات بحلول عام 2045.
إذا كنت تبحث عن مكان عمل يمنحك فرصاً للتعلم، النمو، والمساهمة في صناعة مستدامة ومؤثرة، فسدافكو هي وجهتك.
انضم إلى فريقنا وكن جزءاً من قصة نجاحنا التي تسعى لتقديم الأفضل للمستهلكين والمجتمع على حد سواء.
Since its establishment in 1976, SADAFCO has become one of the leading companies in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of food products in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a wide presence across the Middle East. Through its distinguished brands such as Al-Saudia and Crispy, we take pride in being pioneers in the long-life milk, tomato paste, and ice cream markets.
At SADAFCO, we believe that our success is built on the talents of our diverse and exceptional team. We work with more than 3,000 employees from 49 nationalities, providing a stimulating work environment that supports innovation and professional development.
In line with Saudi Vision 2030, we focus on talent development through continuous learning programs and leadership training. We are committed to building real career paths that offer employees a supportive environment and resources to help them succeed and grow.
Looking toward the future, sustainability remains at the core of our strategy. We aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 and are working to transform our fleet to zero-emission vehicles by 2045.
If you are looking for a workplace that offers opportunities for learning, growth, and contributing to a sustainable and impactful industry, SADAFCO is your destination.
Join our team and be part of our success story, striving to deliver the best for consumers and the community alike.
