Saudi Nationals Only

CLOSING DATE ‎20 NOVEMBER ‎2022.
This position will be a member of the NOV Corporate Procurement Team based in
Saudi Arabia . The regional Category Manager, Indirect Procurement is
responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategic sourcing
initiatives across the organization for all assigned categories. Indirect
Categories include, but not limited to MRO, Facility Management, Uniforms, and
Packaging supplies. Regional geography includes Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar
with possible growth aspirations. The position shall work closely with NOV
site personnel as well as manufactures and distributors to bring value to the
organization. The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic and be
a self-starter with the ability to bring complex projects to conclusion.
Our organization is undergoing technology and process transformations that
present both challenges as well as opportunities for personal growth.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute the regional procurement strategy in line with Corporate Procurement to maximize NOV's leverage in terms of value and synergy throughout the region.
* Assess regional business requirements, lead strategy creation, execute tenders, evaluate offers, lead negotiations and award contracts through efficient category and contract management best practices.
* Negotiate contracts with strategic suppliers considering a total cost of ownership perspective, terms of service, and quality while working with cross-functional stakeholders.
* Create business cases for identified category management wave plans. Utilize market intelligence to develop strategies to effectively drive value for the organization.
* Collaborate with leadership, legal, finance, and facility stakeholders to ensure robust strategies, contracts, risk management, and innovative approaches are in place.
* Ensure regional category management alignment for all NOV segments for preferred suppliers meeting facility-specific needs.
* Lead the change management process through influence and knowledge sharing of all strategic sourcing initiatives.
* Drive relationship management with strategic suppliers, plan and prepare supplier quarterly business reviews to manage performance and ensure accountability for service levels and cost.
Key Skills Set :
* Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end RFx processes with little supervision
* Experience with multiple ERP systems
* Relationship Management
* Contract Review and Contract Interpretation
* Strong Analytical skills
* Ability to Influence others
* Strategic Negotiations
* Ability to Identify both Opportunities and Risk
* Superior Communication and Presentation Skills
* Consensus Builder, Team Builder and Collaborator
* Self-motivated, Proactive, and able to work under own initiative
* Fluent in English and Arabic
Qualifications :
* Four Year Bachelor's Degree
* ‎10+ years of experience in either Category Management, Supply Chain, Procurement or Senior Buyer role
Travel is expected to be ‎10% to ‎15%.

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