Procurement Director - Fitout Estithmar Holding

Job Title: Director – Procurement (MEP Fit-Out) Company: Elegancia Industries & Contracting Location: Qatar / KSA (frequent travel to KSA projects) Reporting To: Group / Executive Management Role Overview We are seeking a Procurement Director – MEP Fit-Out with extensive hands-on experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to lead and standardize procurement strategies for large-scale MEP fit-out and construction projects. The role will be responsible for driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, compliance, and timely delivery in alignment with project and corporate objectives. The ideal candidate will bring deep market knowledge of KSA vendors, suppliers, local regulations, and contract practices, with a proven track record in managing high-value procurement portfolios across complex fit-out projects. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Leadership Develop and implement procurement strategies for MEP fit-out projects across KSA and the region. Align procurement plans with project execution schedules, budgets, and business goals. Lead centralized procurement governance, policies, and approval frameworks. MEP & Fit-Out Procurement Oversee procurement of MEP systems and materials, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, ELV, BMS, and specialist fit-out packages. Ensure technical and commercial alignment with engineering, project, and contracts teams. Review and approve major procurement packages, vendor nominations, and subcontract awards. KSA Market & Vendor Management Leverage strong KSA supplier and subcontractor networks to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery. Negotiate long-term agreements, framework contracts, and strategic partnerships in KSA. Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and risk, ensuring adherence to local regulations and Saudization requirements where applicable. Commercial & Contract Management Lead commercial negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, and value engineering efforts. Ensure compliance with contract terms, payment milestones, warranties, and claims management. Support dispute resolution related to procurement and supplier performance. Governance, Compliance & Risk Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, audit requirements, and ethical standards. Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supply chain disruptions and cost escalations. Support internal and external audits as required. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build, mentor, and lead high-performing procurement teams. Collaborate closely with Engineering, Projects, Finance, Legal, and Senior Management. Act as a key advisor to leadership on procurement trends, risks, and opportunities in KSA. Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, or a related field. Master’s degree or professional certifications (CIPS, PMP, MBA) preferred. Experience Minimum 15–20 years of procurement experience within MEP fit-out / construction environments. Mandatory, extensive KSA experience in MEP and fit-out procurement. Proven experience at senior management or director level. Strong exposure to large, fast-track, high-value fit-out projects.