Procurement Manager

About the role

Brand Aid, a vertically integrated marketing agency and production house operating across the GCC and Levant, is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead its sourcing activities in Saudi Arabia. The role will support the company’s BTL, events, exhibition and in‑store visibility projects by ensuring timely and cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with operational and financial objectives, including annual plans based on project forecasts.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify and onboard local and international suppliers, maintaining long‑term strategic relationships.
• Manage direct procurement of raw materials, production components and outsourced manufacturing, as well as indirect procurement of office supplies, IT equipment and services.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and contractual agreements to achieve best commercial value.
• Monitor procurement expenditures against approved budgets, prepare cost analyses and drive cost‑saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Production, Design, Operations and Finance teams to align procurement plans with project schedules.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and ensure compliance with quality, ethical, environmental and health‑and‑safety standards.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in strategic procurement and supplier management.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage budgets.
• Strong coordination skills across cross‑functional teams.

Required skills