Exciting Opportunity: Purchasing Manager- Seafood (Fish)
The Company
Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 46,000 employees servicing some 110,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.04 billion on sales of SAR 19.57 billion in 2023.
An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.
Join Almarai as a Purchasing Manager!
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for our Seafood(Fish) Category. In this role, you will ensure the procurement of external goods and services while balancing quality, cost, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies.
- Lead CAPEX negotiations for optimal value.
- Build and manage a high-performing procurement team.
- Strengthen supplier relationships for performance improvements.
- Oversee day-to-day procurement operations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
- At least 5 years of supervisory experience in procurement, managing diverse supply needs and leading a team of at least two.
- Proven track record in price reduction, supplier evaluation, and development.
- Experience with purchasing systems Experience with purchasing systems (SAP/BaaN/Oracle/JD Edwards, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of the seafood industry and global agricultural markets.
What We Offer:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package:
- Competitive salary, HRA, transport allowance, performance Bonus and comprehensive benefits package include Educational Allowance, medical cover etc.
- Opportunity to work for a leading FMCG company with a strong market presence
- Collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
To apply for the position, please submit your current CV together with a cover letter intimating your current and expected remuneration package.
