Business Officer – Core Labs Operations

About the role

We are seeking a Business Officer to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day operation of Core Labs. The role supports non‑technical business, administrative, procurement and financial activities and works closely with Lab Directors, HR, Finance, Legal and other KAUST stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily business and administrative operations for assigned Core Labs.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation, transportation, gate passes, events, onboarding and office requirements.
• Support recruitment activities, interview scheduling, hiring coordination and new‑employee onboarding.
• Raise shopping carts, handle vendor registration, logistics and purchasing using SAP/Ariba.
• Process invoices, reimbursements, billing and financial reports ensuring data accuracy.
• Prepare quotations, assist with contracts and liaise with Legal and other stakeholders.
• Serve as primary contact for Core Lab Directors and staff on non‑technical operational matters.
• Identify operational issues, propose solutions and support process improvements to maintain business continuity.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field (Science or Engineering preferred).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in business operations, administration, finance or similar role.
• Hands‑on experience with procurement and financial systems such as SAP or Ariba.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem‑solving abilities with strong English communication skills.

Required skills

• SAP
• Ariba
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint