Procurement Specialist

ROLE DESCRIPTION RISE is the GCC’s a leading independent sponsorship consultancy. With offices in Dubai, UAE and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (KSA), RISE specialises in providing data-driven, sustainable sponsorship services to some of the region’s leading brand and rights holder clients Due to continued growth, RISE is seeking to expand the team in our Riyadh office through the appointment of a Procurement Specialist. The successful candidate will work as part of the RISE Professional Services team, playing a lead role in procurement and working closely with our client deliver, business development and finance teams. ROLE RESPOSIBILITIES Procurement coordination Liaise with internal teams and project leads to understand procurement needs Coordinate with external procurement functions and finance departments to ensure compliance and a streamlined and efficient procurement process Manage supplier onboarding and maintain accurate vendor records. Government procurement systems Navigate and utilise Saudi government procurement platforms Prepare and submit tenders, quotations, and documentation as per KSA government requirements. Monitor procurement regulations and ensure compliance with relevant public sector policies. Payment and contract follow-up Track and follow up on outstanding payments with clients and vendors. Coordinate contract execution, invoice submission, and payment processing in collaboration with finance Maintain accurate logs of contract lifecycle and payment milestones. Project support and project management Support project teams with procurement-related tasks and deliverables. Develop and track procurement timelines and deliverables within project plans. Identify and escalate delays or issues to ensure timely resolution. ROLE REQUIREMENTS We are looking for a proactive self starter, with a keen eye for details and the ability to manage procurement work streams, stakeholder relationships and wider projects. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 3 years + of experience in procurement or in a similar position Strong familiarity with contract management and vendor coordination In-depth knowledge of the Saudi government procurement process and platforms Excellent project management skills and ability to work across functions. Refined project management skills Refined communication skills, with the ability to manage complexity and multiple stakeholder relationships Fluency in English and Arabic

Air Freight Specialist Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally. Who ever said ‘‘the sky is the limit’’ never spoke to you! Because for you it’s the beginning Who gives cargo its airtime? You do. Grab this unique opportunity to join the best Freight forward company. DHL has an opening for a Air Freight Specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Join us in connecting people and improving lives! In this Air Freight Specialist position Execute AFR Ops/CS plans and processes to provide air freight forwarding for internal and external customers Assess and interpret to provide requirements of freight control center, and to support and provide operations team with the required details, information and instructions for operational performance Implement freight administration in providing allocation and reservations of freight on planned line haul and flights required for hub and operations performance Participate to develop and execute plans for air freight products in areas such as perishables, pharmaceutical, aviation, etc. Develop opportunities to expand business with new clients and continuously improve in-house customer services Maintain close business relationship with existing clients, conduct customer visits and achieve a desired level of customer retention Track account performances and provide monthly reports to management Execute pricing strategy and respond to pricing enquiries in an efficient and competitive manner Conduct day-to-day shipment documentation for freight forwarding, assist in development of shipping tenders and ensure on-time submission on relevant documents Identify opportunities to enhance air freight productivity, and efficient resource allocation and utilization Analyze and provide input for processes and design systems to enhance service quality Study and resolve issues in day-to-day delivery and implement practices for AFR Ops/CS focusing on increasing effectiveness and efficiency In area of AFR product: Create or confirm transport orders, perform bookings, and optimize booking Prepare, control, and distribute all required Import/Export documents Identify performance issues of suppliers, and propose solutions to improve performance Update Customs shipment information and physical status, resolve customer issues and incidents Now, here is what we need from you! Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience/qualification More than 4 years of work experience We offer: Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals. Possible further career development Competitive salary

Responsibilities: 1. Communicate and coordinate daily with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of tasks and projects. 2. Track, follow up, and report on operational workflows, KPIs, and deadlines. 3. Collect and analyze operational data using Excel; generate accurate and actionable reports. 4. Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and business documents in Chinese and English. 5. Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements in processes and systems. 6. Support logistics, procurement, and inventory tracking as needed. 7. Translate and interpret between Chinese and English when necessary for operations-related tasks. Qualification: 1. Fluent in Chinese (Mandarin) and Native in Arabic. 2. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, charts). 3. Solid understanding of data analysis and operational reporting. 4. Excellent organizational and follow-up skills. 5. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 6. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment. 7. Must be currently based in Saudi Arabia.

Job Purpose Jobs at this level are responsible for conducting internal and regulatory audit tasks, analysing and developing reports with an aim of identifying the area of concerns. Also, they are responsible for reviewing the delivery of reports and analysis conducted by analysts and making appropriate recommendations to the concerned stakeholders. Job Responsibility Manage day–to-day team operations within a specified scope, by undertaking related work processes and ensuring accuracy. Participate in the development of internal audit budget and monitors financial performance versus the budget to ensure alignment as guided by the senior management. Manage audit of establishments in sensitive areas of business and determines the scope of investigation required. Participate in investigations related departments and ensures that precautionary measures are developed and put in place to minimize future risk, fraud incidents, and implements new preventive and detective controls as necessary. Participate in audit activities and findings. Participate in audits, preparing audit reports and submitting to concerned stakeholders and to the management. Participate in internal audit projects, non - planned investigations, as required, so that the sector maintains appropriate levels of audit coverage and frequency of audits, across STC. Control processes and procedures as guided by the senior management to optimize the company’s resources. Support the preparation of audit report of findings and recommendations, so that all findings are presented in an accurate and consistent format. Report all the irregularities, risks and other audit findings, along with preliminary recommendations to senior auditors, thereby assisting them with final reporting to the concerned Manager. Identify improved processes and systems in areas being audited. Support team members and resolves routine queries to ensure work continuity. Job Responsibility (cont.) Years of Experience 4 - 6 years of experience Skills Intermediate proficiency in data collection & analysis Advance proficiency in reporting Intermediate knowledge of laws, legal codes and other government regulations Intermediate knowledge of STC’s operating standards and guidelines Intermediate proficiency in deductive and inductive reasoning Education Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology and Computing Additional Education Certifications Professional qualifications like SOCPA, CA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, CIA, Risk or relevant certification is preferred Application Link: https://careers.stc.com.sa/job/Lead-Support-Functions-Internal-Auditor/856739023/

Job Purpose The role holder is responsible for supporting in managing of registration and all communications with ZATCA in terms of VAT. The role holder is also responsible for supporting in responding to the inquiries of ZATCA regarding VAT and communicating with the technical team to request and prepare the required reports. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures. Job Responsibility Support and facilitate relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including customers, suppliers, regulators, ZATCA. Assist with Auditors and ensure implementation of the Audit recommendation. Support training and building of awareness in the finance and business teams about indirect tax compliance and process improvement. Support the implementation of the indirect tax strategy. Assist in registration with ZATCA in terms of VAT, and TAX. Assist in any update on the Group VAT certificate. Assist in internal and external communication in STC, plus dealing with external consultants in terms of VAT. Support effective communication channels for inquiries, questions and notes. Assist in developing BRSD for all required automation and system modification keeping in view the ZATCA regulations. Assist in addressing government agencies and attending meetings of the group. Support the SPOC for the ZATCA and satisfy all requirement in coordination within / out of the Department, and respond to the inquiries of ZATCA regarding VAT. Assist in communicating with the technical team to request and prepare the required reports or documentation from ZATCA or Auditors. Support BUs and corporate functions in indirect tax projects and transactions, and share their monthly VAT return on time. Job Responsibility (cont.) Assist in studies on the double taxation agreements between Saudi Arabia and other countries and manage its implications. Assist in registering the group with the international and foreign tax authorities for tax recovery / refund / settlement. Assist in coordinating with STC sectors and external parties and clearance centers of invoices, and ensure its approval and submission and get invoices and references to meet the requirements of the tax authorities. Assist in preparing and submitting a refund claim to the international tax authorities/bodies, and responding to any inquiries. Assist in completing tax refund requirements from tax authorities and responding to their queries. Support STC in utilizing the benefit from the tax advantages in international conventions and regulations. Assist in recovery of holding taxes and fines, and the release of the company's dues. Assist in invoices extraction of Global Clearing Centers Systems for International Settlement and Roaming. Assist in authentication of invoices by operators and international contractors and re-issuance of lost or non-refundable invoices, and obtaining the consent of contractors and international operators to bear the tax. Assist in obtaining the approval of the Global Clearing Centers by refunding or approving the deduction of value added taxes by international operators. Assist in checking the deduction of refunds from Global Clearing Centers payments with the vector and operators sector. Assist in checking the deposit of the tax amounts in the company's accounts in coordination with the general administration of the treasury. Assist in obtaining tax exemption by international tax bodies. Years of Experience 5 and above Nature of Experience Prior experience in financial consolidation in (or for clients from) service oriented industry of a large scale is strongly preferred Prior experience within the KSA region and/or the Middle East region including knowledge of regulatory environment and context is preferred Education Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Finance Application Link: https://careers.stc.com.sa/job/Indirect-Tax-VAT-Communication-&-Reporting-Assistant-Manager/856730123/

Job Purpose Jobs at this level are responsible for for conducting internal audits of sensitive areas of business and drafting and reviewing complete audit reports. Also they are responsible for supervising the day to day work of internal auditors. Job Responsibility Work with units within specified area of work, to ensure efficient work flows and accurate outputs. Manage projects and initiatives, as may be required by the reporting senior. Supervise audit of establishments in sensitive areas of business and determines the scope of investigation required. Prepare audit schedules and maintains the necessary coverage and frequency of audits. Review control processes and procedures as guided by the senior management to optimize the company’s resources. Contribute in defining auditing approach for a defined work unit, so that non - compliance and irregularities are recognised and audit protocols are adopted. Supervise investigation related departments and ensures that precautionary measures are developed and put in place to minimize future risk, fraud incidents, and implements new preventive and detective controls as necessary. Ensure management are informed regarding audit activities and findings. Supervise completed audits, audit reports and ensure submission to concerned stakeholders and to the management. Prepare audit report of findings and recommendations for the reporting senior so that all findings are presented in an accurate and consistent format. Implement internal audit policies, processes and procedures as guided by the senior management. Contribute to the development of internal audit budget and monitors financial performance versus the budget to ensure alignment as guided by the senior management. Suggest improved processes and systems in areas being audited. Develop and supervise respective team members, if needed, for undertaking higher responsibilities. Liaise with other supervisors to build effective working relationships and identifies synergies. Job Responsibility (cont.) Years of Experience 6 - 7 years of experience Nature of Experience Years of experience in the internal audit, compliance and/or risk management functions at technology / telecommunication industry Skills Advance proficiency in data collection & analysis Advance proficiency in reporting Advance knowledge of laws, legal codes and other government regulations Advance knowledge of STC’s operating standards and guidelines Advance proficiency in deductive and inductive reasoning Education Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Technology Additional Education Certifications Professional qualifications like SOCPA, CA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, CIA, Risk or relevant certification is preferred Application Link: https://careers.stc.com.sa/job/Support-Functions-Audit-Assistant-Manager/856738623/