Assistant Manager - Procurement

About the Company

Red Sea Global’s subsidiary, Coastal Contracting Company, is focused on delivering demanding and imaginative projects with strong attention to quality, service excellence, and disciplined project management. The organization was established to turn ambitious ideas into practical outcomes while staying committed to both people and the environment. It also contributes to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and supports the global shift toward regenerative tourism for long-term sustainable impact.

Role Purpose

This position assists the Procurement Manager in handling the full procurement cycle, from tendering and contract drafting to supplier coordination and vendor management. The role is responsible for supporting procurement in alignment with company standards, Delegation of Authority requirements, and contractual obligations. It also helps monitor supplier performance, uphold quality and health, safety and environmental standards, and improve value and efficiency across purchasing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee routine purchasing activity and contribute to greater efficiency through standardization, automation, and outsourcing where appropriate.
• Assist with prequalification checks for potential bidders.
• Help prepare tender packs, agreements, and contract conditions in accordance with Delegation of Authority rules.
• Draft Request for Proposals following internal procurement processes and approval requirements.
• Support the evaluation of tenders to identify and appoint appropriate consultants and contractors.
• Review and compile contract documentation before execution.
• Contribute to managing relationships with key suppliers, partners, and third parties to support negotiation and secure strong long-term value.
• Assess supplier performance, maintain the preferred vendor list, and follow up on poor-performing providers when required.
• Monitor outstanding orders and coordinate with vendors on delayed deliveries to reduce the risk of shortages.
• Ensure all work complies with company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Confirm that procurement activities are carried out safely and in line with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Verify that applicable quality assurance and quality control procedures are followed.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a closely related discipline.
• Professional membership with RICS, CIOB, or a comparable body is preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong understanding of major contract forms such as FIDIC, NEC, and JCT.
• Excellent English literacy.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Good knowledge of current industry practices.
• Prior experience working for a developer or within a cost consultancy environment in a similar capacity.
• Experience dealing with contractual frameworks and standard form contracts.

Additional Information

This role is based in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time onsite position. No salary, vacancy count, or start date was specified in the source information.