Procurement Director – Residential Projects

About the role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Director to lead procurement operations across its residential projects portfolio. This senior leadership role provides strategic oversight of procurement activities, ensuring high‑quality materials and services, cost optimisation, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies aligned with the company's residential project goals.
• Oversee procurement planning, sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Collaborate closely with project teams and other departments to forecast procurement needs and ensure timely delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and maximise value.
• Maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, including sustainability and local content requirements.
• Lead and mentor the procurement team to achieve operational excellence and foster professional growth.
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry innovations to capitalise on new opportunities.
• Prepare and present procurement reports and metrics for senior management and stakeholders.
• Promote ethical sourcing and corporate social responsibility throughout procurement activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related disciplines; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 10‑15 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably in large‑scale residential construction or real‑estate projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in procurement strategy development and execution.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex supplier contracts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency with procurement software.
• Experience using data analytics tools.