Director, Procurement Contracting (1326)

Job Purpose Lead the procurement contracting department and manage the contract lifecycle, from planning and drafting to negotiation, approval, performance monitoring and closure. Ensure contracts meet business needs, provide value for money and protect the organization’s interests. Build strong stakeholder relationships and improve contracting through clear policies, procedures and automation. Job Specific Accountabilities Contracting • Lead contract planning with Procurement and requesting departments and select suitable contract types and commercial terms. • Oversee contract drafting and review to ensure the scope, deliverables, prices, payment terms, timelines and responsibilities are clear. Contract Governance and Risk • Ensure contracts receive the required reviews and approvals before signature and work begins. • Work with Legal, Finance and business teams to identify contract risks and agree suitable controls. Contract Management • Monitor contract obligations, key dates, supplier performance and agreed service levels with contract owners. • Oversee contract changes, extensions, renewals and termination, ensuring proper justification, review and approval. • Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and coordinate legal terms with the Legal department. Contract Records and Compliance • Oversee contract closure, including confirmation of completed obligations and coordination of final settlements with Finance and contract owners. • Maintain standard contract templates and clauses with Legal, and keep a complete, secure and current contract register. • Keep contracting practices aligned with applicable local and international procurement laws and regulations, internal policies and relevant global practices. Our Commitment At Team Saudi, we care deeply about creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for our athletes and employees. We welcome applicants who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is protected, valued, and given fair opportunities to thrive. Show more Show less

Lead the procurement contracting department and manage the contract lifecycle, from planning and drafting to negotiation, approval, performance monitoring and closure. Ensure contracts meet business needs, provide value for money and protect the organization’s interests. Build strong stakeholder relationships and improve contracting through clear policies, procedures and automation. Key duties include: contract planning with Procurement and requesting departments; selecting suitable contract types and commercial terms; drafting and reviewing contracts to ensure clear scope, deliverables, prices, payment terms, timelines and responsibilities; ensuring required reviews and approvals before signature; identifying contract risks with Legal, Finance and business teams and agreeing suitable controls; monitoring contract obligations, timelines, supplier performance and service levels; overseeing contract changes, extensions, renewals and termination with proper justification, review and approval; leading commercial negotiations with suppliers and coordinating legal terms with Legal; contract closure with confirmation of obligations and coordination of final settlements with Finance and contract owners; maintaining standard contract templates and clauses with Legal; keeping a complete, secure and current contract register; ensuring contracting practices align with local and international procurement laws, internal policies and global practices.