Head of Commercial
Salary: Competitive
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.
BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Management Company (SMSCMC). SMSCMC was created as a Saudi Arabian joint venture company co-owned by BAE Systems and local shareholders to deliver KSA industrialisation of supply chain management and thereby support Saudi Vision 2030.
SMSCMC brings rich experience from its world-class defence heritage and global and local partners and is proud to be continuously transferring and developing leading capabilities, skills and jobs within the expanding Saudi economy.
An exciting opportunity exists to join the BAE Systems majority owned Joint Venture company ‘Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Company’ (SMSCMC) as Head of Commercial.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

• Relevant Degree and extensive commercial experience

• Experienced in developing key supplier relationships and strategies to meet the needs of the business and where appropriate aligning to wider BAE Systems strategies

• Can resolve business inter-dependencies and issues with projects and functions across other BU’s and BAE Systems entities in KSA

• Extensive knowledge of business unit financial and commercial policies

• Good working knowledge of the business unit approach to Life Cycle Management

• Strong track record of contributing to the management of contractual issues

• Thorough understanding and comprehension of commercial contracts & law

• Proven negotiating skills in a range of environments

• Wide ranging experience of dealing with domestic and international suppliers

• Accredited by the World Commerce and Contracting (World CC) or equivalent.

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
The Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Chains Management Company holds the Mowaamah Gold Certificate as a work environment that empowers and motivates people with disabilities. We take pride in creating environment that supports everyone regardless of gender, age, physical ability.
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.