8 Strategic Initiatives Leader jobs in Saudi Arabia

JASARA PMC, a leading construction and project management company, is seeking a Strategic Initiative Manager to join their team. Working under the direction of the XCS Assurance Sr. Manager for Systems Development and Reporting, the Strategic Initiatives Manager is responsible for working with XCS Assurance teams in identifying and implementing opportunities for initiatives and improvements to benefit the delivery of the program. The Strategic Initiatives Manager will be involved in advising on organizational strategic initiatives and proposal development, recommending solutions, and supporting implementation. The Strategic Initiative Manager will foster internal and external partnerships and respond to the objectives and priorities of the organization. The position is responsible for the planning to implementation and monitoring of organizational and community partnership projects to ensure the objectives of the organization and XCS can be carried out efficiently and effectively.

The Strategic Initiative Manager will provide direction and support in implementing the project strategic initiatives and organizational improvements to the XCS Assurance functional areas of Quality, Health, Safety and Welfare, and Environment and Sustainability and XDS Project Delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading on development and implementation of XCS Assurance initiatives and practices.
• Consulting with XCS Functional Leads and XDS teams to obtain feedback and identify areas of improvement to organizational practices.
• Develop communications to a multitude of stakeholders for company initiatives.
• Advise on draft policies and procedures and support updates to Program Standards.
• Participate in Assurance Reviews and Governance Activities where required.
• Perform other XCS Assurance responsibilities associated with this position as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

• 4-year degree in Engineering (or related field) and minimum of 10 years of related work experience in construction or a similar field, including managerial experience.
• Requires knowledge of organizational practices, processes, and current technology. Business Management experience with knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment Management preferred.

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders including private sector, education, special interest groups, community members, and representatives of government at all levels.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, and a good working knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required.
• Ability to drive excellence in the field of expertise, focusing on health and safety, environment and sustainability, quality, and improvement of processes.
• Effective problem solving and exercising excellent judgment regarding timing and senior management involvement in significant issues.
• Must demonstrate the ability to effectively execute and manage complex tasks.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and the capabilities and efficiencies of specific software.
• Ability to multi-task and extreme attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and capability of conducting focused briefings to all levels of management.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment and are not limited to those listed.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero. We are seeking a self-starter who can quickly familiarize themselves with this fast-paced environment, build relationships/trust with cross-functional teams, and assume ownership within the program which will require understanding of complex business/Tech/Ops processes at Amazon and our partners and devising an optimal engagement model. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. High judgment, analytical talent and good document writing skills with concise communication are essential to success in this role.

In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction in forging new business partnerships, drive program end to end to onboard partners while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.

This position involves regular communication with senior leadership on Business and customer offering reviews, Operations excellence improvement areas, project execution and risks. You should be comfortable working both at a strategic level and diving deep into the details to ensure solution feasibility and quality of execution.

Key job responsibilities

• Perform deep dives into issues and create structured problem statements with quantified impact. Run weekly performance reviews with stakeholders using automated reports and dashboards.

• Support planning cadences across supply chain, business, and ops to ensure alignment on volume outlook and capacity plans. Own the forecast accuracy review loop, and recommend corrections.

• Design the measurement framework, track adoption/impact, and iterate the program based on data feedback.

• Identify inefficiencies or process breakages through data signals and team inputs; design SOP changes or automation recommendations.

• Present crisp updates and insights to leadership with clear ownership, timelines, and next steps.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of Program/Product management or equivalent experience

• Limited time (1-2 years) experience in diverse roles of BA, Vendor management, Product and Program will be helpful in delivering results in this role

• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements

• Proven ability to handle complexity in managing successful partner relations

• Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership

• Experience defining and executing program requirements

• Experience in complex problem solving, and working in a tight schedule environment

• SQL proficiency for querying operational and planning datasets

• Advanced Excel for modeling, pivoting, and simulation

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero. We are seeking a self-starter who can quickly familiarize themselves with this fast-paced environment, build relationships/trust with cross-functional teams, and assume ownership within the program which will require understanding of complex business/Tech/Ops processes at Amazon and our partners and devising an optimal engagement model. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. High judgment, analytical talent and good document writing skills with concise communication are essential to success in this role.

In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction in forging new business partnerships, drive program end to end to onboard partners while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.

This position involves regular communication with senior leadership on Business and customer offering reviews, Operations excellence improvement areas, project execution and risks. You should be comfortable working both at a strategic level and diving deep into the details to ensure solution feasibility and quality of execution.

Key job responsibilities
• Perform deep dives into issues and create structured problem statements with quantified impact. Run weekly performance reviews with stakeholders using automated reports and dashboards.
• Support planning cadences across supply chain, business, and ops to ensure alignment on volume outlook and capacity plans. Own the forecast accuracy review loop, and recommend corrections.
• Design the measurement framework, track adoption/impact, and iterate the program based on data feedback.
• Identify inefficiencies or process breakages through data signals and team inputs; design SOP changes or automation recommendations.
• Present crisp updates and insights to leadership with clear ownership, timelines, and next steps.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

– 5+ years of Program/Product management or equivalent experience
– Limited time (1-2 years) experience in diverse roles of BA, Vendor management, Product and Program will be helpful in delivering results in this role
– Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
– Proven ability to handle complexity in managing successful partner relations
– Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

– Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
– Experience defining and executing program requirements
– Experience in complex problem solving, and working in a tight schedule environment
– SQL proficiency for querying operational and planning datasets
– Advanced Excel for modeling, pivoting, and simulation

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero. We are seeking a self-starter who can quickly familiarize themselves with this fast-paced environment, build relationships/trust with cross-functional teams, and assume ownership within the program which will require understanding of complex business/Tech/Ops processes at Amazon and our partners and devising an optimal engagement model. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. High judgment, analytical talent and good document writing skills with concise communication are essential to success in this role.
In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction in forging new business partnerships, drive program end to end to onboard partners while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.
This position involves regular communication with senior leadership on Business and customer offering reviews, Operations excellence improvement areas, project execution and risks. You should be comfortable working both at a strategic level and diving deep into the details to ensure solution feasibility and quality of execution.
Key job responsibilities
- Perform deep dives into issues and create structured problem statements with quantified impact. Run weekly performance reviews with stakeholders using automated reports and dashboards.
- Support planning cadences across supply chain, business, and ops to ensure alignment on volume outlook and capacity plans. Own the forecast accuracy review loop, and recommend corrections.
- Design the measurement framework, track adoption/impact, and iterate the program based on data feedback.
- Identify inefficiencies or process breakages through data signals and team inputs; design SOP changes or automation recommendations.
- Present crisp updates and insights to leadership with clear ownership, timelines, and next steps.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of Program/Product management or equivalent experience
- Limited time (1-2 years) experience in diverse roles of BA, Vendor management, Product and Program will be helpful in delivering results in this role
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Proven ability to handle complexity in managing successful partner relations
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Experience defining and executing program requirements
- Experience in complex problem solving, and working in a tight schedule environment
- SQL proficiency for querying operational and planning datasets
- Advanced Excel for modeling, pivoting, and simulation
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero.

The Vendor Operations team at Amazon is dedicated to guiding and supporting vendors to ensure a seamless experience when interacting with Amazon’s systems. As part of this team, your primary responsibility will be to assist vendors in optimizing their operations on the Amazon platform. You will help them become proficient in using Amazon tools and provide hands-on support for tasks such as purchase order (PO) management, shipment coordination and more.

In this role, you will work closely with vendors to help them procure catalog content, resolve operational issues and improve their performance. Your tasks will also include conducting face-to-face interactions with vendors, manufacturers and customers, identifying and correcting errors and maintaining accurate records of all work performed. Beyond day-to-day operations, you will be expected to drive process improvement initiatives and actively participate in stakeholder meetings.

You will play a critical role in improving operational performance metrics, managing inventory levels, and enhancing vendor performance. This will require collaboration with various internal teams, including in-stock managers, vendor managers, program managers and fulfillment partners. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and execution skills to handle daily operations and continuously drive process improvements and automation.

An ideal candidate should have:

• Passion for business development and operational excellence.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building collaborative relationships.

• Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy in data handling and reporting.

• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.

• Willingness to take the initiative, handle additional responsibilities, and travel as needed.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

As part of our commitment to complying with national labor laws and applicable legislations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this position is open to candidates who fulfill the specific nationality criteria stipulated by local regulations

Key job responsibilities

• Assist vendors in becoming proficient with Amazon tools and provide ongoing operational support (e.g., PO management, shipment tracking).

• Provide training on catalog content population and procurement processes.

• Interact directly with vendors and other stakeholders to resolve issues and improve performance.

• Drive process improvement initiatives and participate in stakeholder meetings.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including supply chain, fulfillment, and planning, to enhance vendor performance and operational metrics.

• Take ownership of operational challenges, analyze data, and implement corrective actions.

• Source store level pricing, promotions from vendors and execute the same using internal tools

• The role might require work over weekend but not exceeding 5 days work week

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet Amazon's high operational standards.

• Experience with procurement processes such as placing POs, managing lead times, and vendor coordination is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of SQL queries is an advantage

• Experience working with large data sets and making data-driven decisions.

• Knowledge of Arabic language is preferred

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero.
The Vendor Operations team at Amazon is dedicated to guiding and supporting vendors to ensure a seamless experience when interacting with Amazon's systems. As part of this team, your primary responsibility will be to assist vendors in optimizing their operations on the Amazon platform. You will help them become proficient in using Amazon tools and provide hands-on support for tasks such as purchase order (PO) management, shipment coordination and more.
In this role, you will work closely with vendors to help them procure catalog content, resolve operational issues and improve their performance. Your tasks will also include conducting face-to-face interactions with vendors, manufacturers and customers, identifying and correcting errors and maintaining accurate records of all work performed. Beyond day-to-day operations, you will be expected to drive process improvement initiatives and actively participate in stakeholder meetings.
You will play a critical role in improving operational performance metrics, managing inventory levels, and enhancing vendor performance. This will require collaboration with various internal teams, including in-stock managers, vendor managers, program managers and fulfillment partners. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and execution skills to handle daily operations and continuously drive process improvements and automation.
An ideal candidate should have:
- Passion for business development and operational excellence.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building collaborative relationships.
- Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy in data handling and reporting.
- Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Willingness to take the initiative, handle additional responsibilities, and travel as needed.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
As part of our commitment to complying with national labor laws and applicable legislations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this position is open to candidates who fulfill the specific nationality criteria stipulated by local regulations
Key job responsibilities
- Assist vendors in becoming proficient with Amazon tools and provide ongoing operational support (e.g., PO management, shipment tracking).
- Provide training on catalog content population and procurement processes.
- Interact directly with vendors and other stakeholders to resolve issues and improve performance.
- Drive process improvement initiatives and participate in stakeholder meetings.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including supply chain, fulfillment, and planning, to enhance vendor performance and operational metrics.
- Take ownership of operational challenges, analyze data, and implement corrective actions.
- Source store level pricing, promotions from vendors and execute the same using internal tools
- The role might require work over weekend but not exceeding 5 days work week
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet Amazon's high operational standards.
- Experience with procurement processes such as placing POs, managing lead times, and vendor coordination is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of SQL queries is an advantage
- Experience working with large data sets and making data-driven decisions.
- Knowledge of Arabic language is preferred
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero.
Quality of Meat, Seafood, Produce and Perishable is a critical objective for Amazon Ultra-Fast-Grocery (UFG) business and one of the key differentiators for Amazon UFG customers. Category Quality team is the one responsible for ensuring that we consistently meet and exceed on that high bar. As part of this team, your primary responsibility will be to assist vendors in optimizing their operations to meet and exceed the Amazon quality bar for Meat, Seafood, Produce and Perishable on a daily basis. Beyond day-to-day inspection, you will be expected to drive process improvement initiatives and actively participate in stakeholder meetings.
You will play a critical role in improving customer satisfaction metrics, bringing buying efficiency for Fresh produce, and reducing damage / expiry due to bad produce quality. This will require collaboration with various internal teams, including instock managers, vendor managers, store operation managers and fulfillment partners. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and execution skills to handle daily operations and continuously drive process improvements and automation.
As part of our commitment to complying with national labor laws and applicable legislations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this position is open to candidates who fulfill the specific nationality criteria stipulated by local regulations.
Key job responsibilities
- Review the quality of Meat, Seafood, Fruits, Vegetables, Eggs, and other perishable items during the inbound at Amazon stores, hubs and vendors sites
- Reject the damaged/defective items back to the vendor
- Make a note of the items rejected during the inbound (by item/by vendor, quantity)
- Audit the quality during picking & packing process performed by the LPC associates
- Monitor the Packaging standards during packing process
- Perform daily audit of Bins and share weekly/daily report with the stakeholders
- Train the store and hub associates on quality, SOPs and packaging.
- The role might require work over weekend but not exceeding 40 hours work week
Desired Traits:
- Eye for details and operational excellence.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building collaborative relationships.
- Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy in data handling and reporting.
- Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Willingness to take the initiative, handle additional responsibilities, and travel as needed.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Speak, write, and read fluently in Arabic
- Knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
- - Strong written and verbal communication skills.HACCP, PIC 3 (Person In Charge) - certified by SFDA / Highfield Food safety level 4, ISO 22000, GMP
- - Knowledge of fruits and Vegetable Quality specifications, familiarity with Riyadh F&V Market - Al Kharj / Taif / Tabuk fresh produce farms
- - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in online retail
- Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.