Job description

The Manager – Operations Procurement oversees all procurement functions supporting uninterrupted data center operations in Saudi Arabia. This role ensures alignment of purchasing activities with maintenance schedules and emergency requirements to maintain optimal uptime and operational reliability. The incumbent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and coordinating with local and regional suppliers, as well as managing vendor relationships to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and certification standards. The manager tracks supply levels, maintains visibility on critical spare parts and consumables, and ensures that alternate suppliers are available to mitigate operational risks. Responsibilities also include managing planned and unplanned maintenance procurement cycles across MEP systems, UPS units, HVAC systems, and diesel generators. The role requires collaboration with internal operations and maintenance teams to align site-level procurement activities with regional best practices, monitor vendor performance, and enhance supply chain efficiency. This position is vital for ensuring uninterrupted operations in mission-critical environments such as data centers, telecom, or industrial facilities. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of technical procurement for maintenance, proven experience in supplier coordination, and the ability to execute procurement activities in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations.