Cluster Director, Procurement (Saudi National)
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Job Description
Summary
As Cluster Director of Procurement you will lead the procurement function for both SLS The Red Sea and Faena The Red Sea two distinct lifestyle brands within the Ennismore and Accor portfolio. This critical pre-opening leadership role involves creating and executing a strategic sourcing plan that ensures timely procurement of goods and services in line with brand standards sustainability objectives and local regulations. You will play a central role in building supplier relationships controlling costs and ensuring operational readiness of both resorts.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Opening Procurement Leadership
Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy for both properties aligned with brand identities and project timelines.
Collaborate closely with project teams technical services and operational departments to ensure procurement aligns with design quality and functional specifications.
Manage the full sourcing lifecycleRFPs tenders supplier qualification contract negotiation and delivery timelines.
Build and maintain relationships with reputable vendors with a focus on local sourcing and sustainability.
Cluster Oversight
Lead and oversee procurement processes across both SLS and Faena resorts ensuring efficiency cost-effectiveness and standardization where possible.
Develop cluster-wide purchasing policies procedures and systems aligned with Accor and Ennismore global standards.
Ensure compliance with local laws regulatory requirements and internal controls.
Coordinate with finance and pre-opening operational teams to manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets for all purchases.
Vendor & Contract Management
Establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers and service providers in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region.
Monitor supplier performance and service levels ensuring quality consistency and compliance with service agreements.
Negotiate pricing payment terms and long-term contracts to achieve value while maintaining luxury standards.
Team Leadership
Build mentor and lead a high-performing procurement team across both properties.
Provide training and guidance to ensure consistent application of best practices and ethical standards.
Foster a culture of collaboration accountability and innovation.
Qualifications :
Saudi national (in line with local Saudization and Vision 2030 initiatives).
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or related field; professional certification (e.g. CIPS CSCP) is a plus.
Minimum of 710 years of experience in procurement leadership roles within luxury hospitality or high-end development projects.
Proven experience in pre-opening environments and managing complex multi-property procurement scopes.
Strong knowledge of local and international vendor networks regulatory requirements and customs procedures.
Excellent negotiation contract management and analytical skills.
Proficiency in procurement systems and ERP platforms (e.g. Oracle SAP BirchStreet).
Bilingual: Fluent in Arabic and English.
Additional Information :
Whats in it for you...
- The opportunity to join an innovative fast-growing international group thats committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team thats very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
- Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.
SLS is part of Ennismore a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor formed in 2021.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
