Senior Specialist - Procurement Compliance Audit

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute comprehensive audits of procurement activities to verify compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations.
• Identify gaps and risks in procurement processes and collaborate with stakeholders to develop remediation plans.
• Ensure audit findings are documented accurately and communicated effectively to relevant teams.

2. Risk Assessment and Monitoring:

• Conduct risk assessments related to procurement operations and recommend mitigating controls.
• Monitor and report on compliance trends and emerging risks within procurement activities.

3. Policy Support and Training:

• Assist in updating procurement compliance policies and procedures in line with changing regulations.
• Support the delivery of training sessions to enhance staff awareness of procurement compliance requirements.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with procurement teams, finance, and audit functions to support compliance objectives.

• Liaise with internal and external auditors to facilitate audit activities and respond to audit queries.

• 4+ years of experience in procurement compliance, audit, or related roles, preferably within large-scale projects or organizations.

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CIA, or equivalent are preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse teams.

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory framework and business environment is preferred.