Procurement Lead - Development & Construction

Company Overview

Efficio is a global procurement and supply chain consultancy specializing in driving sustainable and measurable value through innovation and industry expertise. With over 1,000 professionals of 60+ nationalities and offices worldwide, including the Middle East, Efficio supports major infrastructure and giga projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.

Role Summary

The Procurement Lead for Development & Construction will be embedded within client procurement teams in Saudi Arabia, overseeing the entire procurement lifecycle related to development and construction initiatives to help realize Vision 2030 objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full procurement process from strategy and sourcing through purchase order execution focused on development and construction projects.
• Manage procurement activities including requirements gathering, planning, market engagement, supplier selection, and purchase order processing.
• Lead sourcing efforts across categories such as engineering, technical consulting, construction, turnkey projects, and interior design to identify cost-saving and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure procurement compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements, maintaining a client-centric approach.
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with project managers, finance, legal, engineering, and PMCs to facilitate effective decision making and approval workflows.
• Oversee the requisition and purchase order procedures including resolving budget and system errors promptly.
• Manage supplier onboarding, pre-qualification, and ongoing performance evaluation to maintain a qualified vendor base.
• Conduct internal training on procurement systems and share best practices to enhance team capabilities.
• Analyze spending and supplier data to recommend cost reduction, supplier packaging, and process streamlining initiatives.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by leadership.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 10 years of comprehensive procurement experience.
• Proven expertise managing procurement and commercial functions specific to engineering and construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the construction and development lifecycle and associated supply markets.
• Strong track record in delivering cost savings through strategic sourcing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing senior leadership.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.
• Data-driven decision-maker with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Practical experience using ERP procurement software such as SAP Ariba or Oracle.

Additional Information

This is a fixed-term contract position lasting 12 months. The hiring process may utilize artificial intelligence tools to support resume and application analysis; however, all final employment decisions rest with human recruiters.