Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager
* ‎00097724

Procurement Manager
Grade: ‎12
Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia
JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor under the
Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment,
support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi
Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment
in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.
BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National
Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi
National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies
thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.
An exciting opportunity exists to join the BAE Systems majority owned Joint
Venture company 'Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Company' (SMSCMC) as a
Procurement Manager. This challenging role requires significant business
acumen, Procurement experience, platform/product knowledge and possession of
the full Procurement skillset. The role will involve working with multi-
functional Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to deliver the BAE Systems strategy
in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and cement the role of SMSCMC as the Supply
Chain partner of choice.
The role offers an excellent, unique opportunity for personal development to
the right individual. The ideal candidate should be able to work on their own
initiative with minimal supervision, be pro-active, diligent, have strong
team-working and communications skills and be fully committed to a high-
performing, delivery culture.
The successful candidate will assume Procurement responsibility associated
with SMSCMC's role for the Salam Support Programme. In performing this role
the successful candidate will be able to manage key relationships and
collaborate effectively with stakeholders from within BAE Systems Saudi
Arabia, BAE Systems UK Air Sector and the international supply chain. The role
offers a great opportunity to play a key role in enacting and delivering the
strategic intent for BAE Systems, SMSCMC and for Saudi Arabia.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Produce a full range of contractual documentation for Procurement areas in
line with all relevant SMSCMC requirements and procedures.
To draft agreements, liaise with the Legal Function and participate in and
support others in supplier negotiations with all relevant parties to
facilitate the smooth and successful conclusion of negotiations.
Manage standard contract and contract activities effectively, ensuring the
swift and effective resolution of issues.
Assist in the development, co-ordination and implementation of overall
financial targets and budgetary management strategies in assigned areas.
Contribute to building, managing and maintaining relationships with existing
and future suppliers to ensure the effective management of business agreements
and contracts from the cradle to the grave.
Provide advice and guidance on procurement and contractual issues to
facilitate effective business decision-making and the resolution of issues and
disputes, including customer complaints in liaison with Legal Function where
necessary.
Monitor all relevant procurement 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 staff to ensure they are aware of and capable of
delivering their responsibilities.
Contribute to developing and maintaining procurement procedures and policies
and implement them in assigned standard areas to support improved business
effectiveness.
Manage all Supplier contracts and work with the procurement team with respect
of key Partners contracts (Purchase contracts) ensuring procurement management
activities are performed in accordance with the contractual scope of work and
other contractual requirements, with adherence to the gated process review
cycle guidelines and mandates
Support the contract launch activities, setting and releasing of budgets /
targets, supporting the procurement team with the supply chain activity.
Manage the delivery of procurement reports and briefs along with inputs to
Contract Status Reviews (CSRs), project reporting, and supplier performance
metrics
Providing an innovative approach to ensuring appropriate flow down of
commercial/contract terms to supply base ensuring a balance between cost and
risk
Manage / Support contract/subcontract negotiations with all relevant parties
to facilitate the smooth and successful conclusion of negotiations.
Ensure strategic engagement and alignment with key suppliers and entities
across the BAE Systems Group;
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Degree or equivalent vocational qualification preferable and extensive
experience within a Procurement position.
Extensive knowledge of business unit policies used by SMSCMC or by its parent
company BAE Systems (or a comparable equivalent).
Extensive knowledge in the application and use of ERP systems, in particular
SAP and IFS
Experience of capturing and presenting Supplier Measurement and Performance
data.
The ability to work alongside and to draft and negotiate agreements with
external vendors to conclusion.
The ability to work across functional areas with multiple internal and
external stakeholders in Bid Management and Contract Delivery is essential.
Track record of contributing to the management of complex business issues.
Wide ranging experience of dealing with suppliers in the UK, KSA and overseas.
EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free
recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In
addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not
to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia
will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi
Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in
the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave
and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised
recreational facilities
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led
defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of
some ‎82,500 people in over ‎40 countries. Working with customers and local
partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems
to deliver military capability, protect national security and people and keep
critical information and infrastructure secure.
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.
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary
Government and/or Customer approvals.

Job Procurement
Primary LocationSA-‎02-Mecca-Taif
Closing Date ‎08/Dec/‎22, ‎2:59:‎00 PM