Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading company specializing in the Furniture industry in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Job Context: working as a Procurement Officer with a solid background in the furniture industry and deep knowledge of the Saudi Arabian market. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes, sourcing high-quality furniture, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely project delivery within budget while complying with Saudi market regulations.
Key Accountabilities
The position involves:
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international furniture manufacturers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Build and maintain a robust Approved Vendor List (AVL) tailored to the KSA market.
- Review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, and project drawings to prepare Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Tenders.
- Conduct commercial and technical evaluations to prepare detailed price comparison sheets.
- Negotiate optimal pricing, payment terms, warranties, and delivery schedules to maximize cost savings.
- Oversee shipping, customs clearance, and supply chain logistics for imported furniture.
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, including registration and certification via the SABER platform and SASO standards.
- Coordinate sample approval processes (Mock-ups) with designers and client representatives.
- Track purchase orders from production to site delivery, ensuring zero disruption to project timelines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
We Are Looking For:
- Minimum of 6 years of proven procurement experience specifically in Furniture, FF&E, or Interior Fit-out.
- In-depth knowledge of the Saudi Arabian market, local suppliers, and KSA customs regulations.
- Proficiency in reading BOQs, technical drawings, and using ERP procurement tools.
- Practical experience with the SABER platform and Saudi import standards.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Professional fluency in English.
