SAAD ALMANSOUR
Riyadh
Summary
Results-driven Contracts and Purchasing Manager with extensive experience leading high-value procurement and contract management operations within the energy sector. Skilled in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and team leadership, with a proven track record of delivering multi-billion SAR contracts and achieving significant cost savings exceeding SAR 200 million. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and implementing innovative solutions to optimize procurement processes, mitigate risks, and drive organizational efficiency. Seeking a new career opportunity to leverage my expertise in contracts and purchasing management, contribute to overcoming organizational challenges, and support the achievement of strategic goals and sustainable growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracts and Purchasing Manager
Saudi Electricity Company
06.2023 - Current
- Led the Contracts and Purchasing Division, managing large-scale procurement and contract operations for civil, electrical, mechanical, O&M, and consultancy projects across the Kingdom.
- Oversaw cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of procurement strategies and project timelines.
- Successfully negotiated and executed contracts valued at over SAR 4 billion, contributing to the timely delivery of high-impact infrastructure and utility projects.
- Achieved budget savings exceeding SAR 200 million through strategic sourcing, value engineering, market analysis, and commercial negotiations.
- Defined and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) for procurement cycle time, contract turnaround, supplier performance, and cost savings.
- Utilized enterprise tools such as SAP ERP, Oracle Procurement Cloud for contract lifecycle management, vendor performance monitoring, and procurement analytics.
- Led procurement audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to corporate policies and regulatory standards.
- Contributed to the development of sourcing strategies, procurement policies, and contract templates to streamline processes and reduce operational risk.
Contracts, Specialist
Saudi Electricity Company
02.2013 - 06.2023
- Responsible for contractors prequalifications (until 2016)
- Review, prepare and finalize various forms and types of bid documents for (eg Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Works, Operation & Maintenance and Consultancy)
- Procure tenders (Evaluating, Clarifying, Negotiating Bids/Prices)
- Preparing award recommendations
- Processing contract amendments and change orders
- Prepared and issued RFQs/RFPs for materials, equipment, and services, ensuring alignment with project and operational requirements.
- Evaluated vendor quotations based on pricing, delivery, and compliance, and participated in negotiation of terms to secure best value.
- Processed Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and issued Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with company procurement policies.
- Coordinated with internal departments to consolidate purchasing needs and ensure timely delivery of required goods and services.
- Monitored supplier performance and maintained vendor records to support strategic sourcing and ensure procurement efficiency.
- Utilized SAP system for managing procurement processes, contract documentation, and vendor data management
Commissioning Technician
ABB Group
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Testing and Commissioning
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio, USA01.2012
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Analyzing Data
- Professional use of the social media sites
- Working under pressure & multi-tasking
- Vendor evaluation and supplier relationship management
- Budget management and cost control
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)
- Problem-solving and decision-making under tight deadlines
Training And Certificates
- Bidding & Contract Administration - Long Form Contract, Riyadh, 2016
- Training Course - 4 Construction Contract and Tendering Preparation, Submittal, Analysis and Award, Dubai, 2017
- Long Form Contract II, Dammam, 2018
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Riyadh, 2023
- Contract and Commercial Management Practitioner (CCMP)
Timeline
Contracts and Purchasing Manager
Saudi Electricity Company
06.2023 - Current
Contracts, Specialist
Saudi Electricity Company
02.2013 - 06.2023
Commissioning Technician
ABB Group
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
University of Toledo
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