Business Support Senior Specialist

COMPANY OVERVIEW
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues, and tourist destinations. As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation. As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change. Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Business Support Senior Specialist at NEOM StaffCo plays a pivotal role in the successful development, monitoring, and execution of the Sector’s finance and procurement plans and targets. This role requires close collaboration with internal partners across finance, procurement, and NEOM StaffCo project owners, as well as external suppliers, to ensure seamless and efficient support in procurement and financial operations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement and Financial Management

• Lead procurement as a key user, working with the Procurement team to initiate purchases and manage the procurement-to-pay process.
• Ensure frequent interaction within the Sector to meet all procurement needs promptly.
• Oversee supplier relations, supporting registration, tender responses, and invoicing.
• Control and monitor sector budget expenditure, providing timely and accurate updates.

Reporting and Analytics

• Generate monthly reports on current spending, forecasted spending, and accruals.
• Develop tracking tools for budget, invoicing, and procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
• Create dashboards and reports for Sector leadership, leveraging data and analytics for informed decision-making.

Business Process Optimization

• Refine and implement improved business processes and management systems to optimize productivity.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and timely renewal.

Behaviors & Competencies

• Demonstrates determination and resilience, maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
• Possesses a strong willingness to learn and progress, particularly in the aviation sector.
• Highly proactive, capable of identifying issues and pursuing effective solutions.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and accountable, with a positive, adaptable outlook.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in administrative, business, or operational roles within government or private sectors, with exposure to finance, procurement, and supplier management.
• Proficiency with SAP S4Hana (Finance and Procurement).
• Skilled in managing spreadsheets and developing reports that identify business needs and improvement areas.
• Adaptable to a start-up environment with a commitment to high-quality, consistent outputs.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, coupled with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the capacity to engage a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a proven record of success.
• Additional specialized training is advantageous.