Senior Specialist - Procurement Centre of Excellence - PMO

Job description / Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Specialist (PMO) to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will ensure effective oversight and analysis of project progress and performance through comprehensive reporting mechanisms and diligent monitoring, facilitating informed decision-making and alignment with organizational objectives.

Client Details

Senior Specialist - Procurement Centre of Excellence - PMO - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

My client is a leading mining company based in Saudi Arabia, known for its innovative approach to resource extraction and commitment to sustainable practices. With a focus on excellence and growth, they play a crucial role in the development of the region's mining industry.

Description

Senior Specialist - Procurement Centre of Excellence - PMO - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

* Develops and implements reporting frameworks to track project progress, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Regularly collects, analyzes, and synthesizes project data to produce insightful reports for stakeholders.
* Monitors project activities to identify potential risks, issues, and deviations from plans.
* Provides timely updates and recommendations to project managers and leadership based on analysis of monitoring data.
* Ensures alignment of project activities with organizational goals and objectives through continuous monitoring and reporting.
* Implements and maintains tools and systems for efficient data collection, reporting, and visualization.
* Collaborates with project teams to enhance reporting processes and optimize project performance.
* Conducts periodic reviews and audits to assess the effectiveness of reporting and monitoring practices, and implements improvements as necessary.
* Supports decision-making processes by providing accurate and relevant information derived from monitoring and reporting activities.

Job Offer

Competitive package on offer for the successful candidate to join a leading organisation in KSA.

Senior Specialist - Procurement Centre of Excellence - PMO - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. Additional certifications in project management or process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) are desirable.
* Proven PMO experience in a Procurement environment
* Sector experience in Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Chemicals and similar fields is preferred
* Communication and Presentation Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and findings to diverse audiences, including senior management and external stakeholders.
* Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Exceptional leadership qualities with a track record of effectively leading cross-functional teams, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and driving alignment towards common goals.
* Our client is looking for KSA Nationals only for this position

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.