Head – Supply Chain Management (Power Transmission & Distribution)
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
About the role
Our client, a leading global EPC player in power transmission and distribution, is looking for a Head of Supply Chain Management for its PTD business. The role leads procurement across roughly 25 countries and about 150 live projects, with annual spend of around USD 3 billion, and reports directly to the business head.
Procurement is a major driver of project margins, delivery timelines and early completion in this business. This is a strategic leadership position, not a purchasing desk.
What you will do
- Set the procurement strategy and align it with business goals, project margins and delivery schedules
- Lead sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and contract closure for towers, conductors, transformers, GIS/AIS, cables, insulators and EPC packages
- Own supplier approval decisions, and identify and develop new suppliers
- Build and maintain relationships with OEMs and strategic suppliers
- Drive cost optimisation and value engineering across a large multi-country portfolio
- Identify supply chain risks early and protect project execution
- Work closely with the Projects, Engineering, Contracts and Finance leadership
- Lead, develop and mentor a team of 20 to 30 across Saudi Arabia, the UAE and India
What you bring
- 20+ years in supply chain and procurement, with substantial experience in power transmission and distribution, or in adjacent electrical infrastructure such as substations and underground cabling in oil and gas
- Experience leading procurement portfolios of USD 1 billion or more across multiple projects and countries
- Experience managing large EPC infrastructure projects
- Working experience with global suppliers, including those in China
- Middle East experience and an established vendor network in the region
- An electrical engineering background, or deep procurement knowledge of electrical equipment such as transformers and switchgear, is an advantage
- A stable track record in long-cycle project environments
What we offer
- A competitive fixed monthly package in USD, plus an annual performance bonus
- Visa and health insurance for you, your spouse and up to two children
- A senior seat in a multinational leadership team
This is an on-site role based in Riyadh. Please apply through LinkedIn. All applications are handled in strict confidence.
