Area Procurement Manager - SaudiArabia

Location: Dammam
Company Name: Maersk

The Procurement Team in Maersk Line West Central Asia (WCA) Liner Operations is looking for a Procurement Analyst responsible for Maersk variable spend in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq.

Experience in supply chain management, logistics or shipping operations and procurement is a necessity when applying, and combined with awareness of cost drivers will be highly valued in the selection process. It is necessary to possess experience within project management and have a procurement background. It is expected that the has candidate in previous roles have acted as project leader for cross-functional projects.

The individual we are looking for must have strong communication skills, interpersonal skills through which he or she will engage a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders locally, regionally, and globally across a wide range of departments. The person will be responsible for driving key procurement projects forward, and will be an integral part of the team and its ability to deliver on our ambitious goals.

We offer

Working with the Liner Operations organization being a part of the global Maersk Procurement Operations team, and the wider Maersk Procurement community. New, exciting possibilities for personal and professional development. You can be assured of a positive and diverse work environment where new ideas are always welcome! Furthermore, there is a great opportunity for a continued career path within the wider Procurement community in Maersk.

Within our own and the larger team, you will enjoy support from colleagues and management who possess extensive experience in sourcing, cost management and liner business. In terms of personal development, this position polishes your ability to deliver results through internal and external stakeholders, which in this case are several and complex. Networking and interaction with Copenhagen as well as local/regional/global vendors.

Key responsibilities

• Managing complex procurement projects within operations in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan and Iraq, to ensure alignment between costs, commercial needs and operational execution.
• Being accountable for integrating Contract Management frameworks to help ensure cost leadership, compliance and best in class supplier performance.
• Accountability for problem solving, analytical work, and driving insights from analytical work related to procurement functions
• Leading negotiations and coordinating Service Level Agreements between Maersk and its suppliers.
• Performing supplier market analysis and organising market intelligence.
• Cooperating closely with colleagues within the WCA region and LOC
• Some travel within the WCA region is to be expected

We are looking for

So, is this what you might be looking for?

Ensure that every dollar spent is spent professionally. This is achieved by reducing operating expenses and driving a saving mindset by applying procurement capabilities and tools. The function aims to attain a competitive asset base for the future that is fully operational, at cost, on time. The scene comes with significant pressure to cut costs and increase the returned value from our suppliers. How we overcome this challenge and catapult above our competitors is the ultimate question within LOC. This is your opportunity to join and make a difference to Maersk Line’s development!

Who we are looking for

• At least 2 years of experience in Logistics, specifically Warehousing, Cold Chain, Intermodal and Supply chain management
• A Degree in a Business/Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Experience in Inland Transportation related roles is a strong plus
• Languages: Arabic and English are mandatory

Perfect candidate have:

• Strong market knowledge
• Strong industry network
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to reduce cost and optimize vendors’ performance
• Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders efficiently
• A high amount of drive and energy

The perfect candidate is a solution oriented person as well as resilient team player who is goal-orientated and demonstrates a high level of commitment with the ability to work under minimal supervision.