We’ve come a long way since our visionary Chairman, HH Prince Sultan bin Mohammed bin Saudi Al Kabeer, recognized an opportunity to transform Saudi Arabia’s traditional dairy farming industry to meet the needs of our rapidly expanding domestic market. That was back in 1977. Today, we are the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company with a flawless reputation and a clear vision: to provide quality, nutritious food and beverages that enrich our consumers’ lives every day.
Senior Purchasing Manager- Riyadh
Attractive tax free salary, company car allowance, accommodation , generous leave, return flights, medical cover, children’s education allowance, discretionary bonus etc
The company
Almarai is the largest integrated dairy foods company in the world with an unrivalled reputation synonymous with delivering excellence and quality across its entire range of products. Operating across the gulf region, Almarai currently employs over 37,000 employees servicing some 50,000 retail outlets with a turnover that exceeded US$3.36 billion in 2014
An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will be responsible for supporting the business in securing external goods and services across the entire group supply chain. Working with a team of purchasing managers you will be accountable for the development and implementation of effective procurement strategies benchmarked by cost, quality and critically time to turnaround. The ideal candidate will currently work in a similar role with a significant history of delivering against the diverse needs of large blue chip food manufacturing environment. You will have managed budgets in excess of US$100MM with a proven track record of price reduction, supplier evaluation and all via recognised purchasing systems and software
Essential Requirements
A min of 10 years managerial experience as a purchasing manager or senior buyer
A certified purchasing professional with a recognised accreditation
Raw materials purchasing experience within Food / beverage Manufacturing company
Further exposure to indirect services and capex related procurement is a distinct advantage
A verifiable track record of quality lead supplier control and cost reduction within a Food / beverage Manufacturing company is essential
Degree holder
Almarai offers an excellent tax free package which includes a competitive salary, performance bonus, accommodation, company car allowance, medical cover, return flights
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package. To apply for the position please submit your current CV together with covering letter intimating current and expected remuneration package.