MARAM ALMANEEA
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced procurement professional skilled in, purchasing, optimization, vendor relations, government contracts and contract negotiation, Demonstrated ability to manage staff, communicate with stakeholders, implement strategies that focus on improving quality, processes, reduce costs, and ultimately improving the company's bottom line. Use industry best practice principles to establish and build long-term relationships designed at receiving the best possible products or services at a competitive price. Work within the organizations core values to reach strategic objectives while delivering results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Job Title Procurement & Tendering Director
National Development Fund
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Oversee employee development through structured performance targets, mentoring, and coaching to maximize team effectiveness.
- Set functional objectives, manage the team’s performance, as well as manage the development of capabilities within the team to maximize productivity and enhance overall performance.
- Oversee the people management process to ensure formal and informal feedback are regularly provided on a timely basis, to ensure that all work is carried out in an efficient manner and in accordance with set targets.
- Mentor, coach, motivate and challenge teams providing opportunities for continuous growth and development.
- Review and quality assured of all services and work-activities delivered by Procurement team performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
SENIOR PURCHASING OFFICE
Saudi Industrial Development Fund
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared RFP templates (Scope, terms of reference, milestones, acceptance criteria.
- Acted as a point of contact between the organization and suppliers.
- Forecasted price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
- Participated in annual procurement and budget planning with other departments.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE
TATA Consultancy Center (Saudi Aramco Contractor)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Built supplier databases based on their location/region information, business evaluation and legal information.
- Researched and seeked out the most cost-efficient shipment procedures and methods.
- Communicated with vendors to discuss special orders, returns, or other issues related to products or services provided by the vendor.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
IE Business School
Madrid 09.2023 - 07.2024
Marketing & Advertising Communication
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
01.2012 - 01.2016
Skills
- CIPS Certificate
- Tender Management
- Operations Management
- Problem-Solving
- Strong Communication
- Flexibility and Adaptability
Timeline
Job Title Procurement & Tendering Director
National Development Fund
07.2025 - 09.2025
Master of Business Administration - MBA
IE Business School
09.2023 - 07.2024
SENIOR PURCHASING OFFICE
Saudi Industrial Development Fund
01.2019 - 01.2021
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE
TATA Consultancy Center (Saudi Aramco Contractor)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Marketing & Advertising Communication
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
01.2012 - 01.2016
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