Local Content Manager

Lucy Electric


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Dammam
Contract type: Full time
Internal Job Title: Local Content Requirements Manager

Business: Lucy Switchgear Arabia

Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Job Reference No: 3875

Job Purpose

To manage and ensure compliance with SEC's and BENA local content requirements, oversee reporting obligations, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and external auditors to meet local content targets , Saudization goal and priorities such as NUWATIN Initiative.

Job Context

The role will be based in Saudi – Dammam . Visits to all the regions/clients/auditors if required.

To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required / instructed in order to maintain and / or improve or accelerate the process , efficiency and outcomes .

Job Dimensions

Financial Dimensions: Meet local content Targets .

Key Accountabilities

These will include:

  • Local Content planning and compliance :
  • Develop and implement a progressive local content plan to achieve the RMU tender target by SEC .
  • Ensure compliance with Saudization and Saudi compensation requirements
  • Oversee the implementation of Tire 2 commodity requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with compliance gaps .

Measured by: Achievement of local content and Saudization targets for each of SEC tender, timely execution of localization initiatives and mitigation of compliance risks.

  • Reporting and Documentation :
  • Prepare and submit accurate periodic reports (monthly, quarterly, annual and final) for each tender in line with SEC timelines.
  • Ensure timely submission of GOSI & local content certifications for workforce compliance
  • Maintain comprehensive and auditable documentation to meet internal and external audit requirements

Measured by: Timely submission of all required reports, accuracy and completeness of documentation and adherence to SEC and audit timelines

  • Training Program Management
  • Oversee the implementation of Saudi training programs , ensuring compliance with a minimum duration of 90 days and adherence to the 0.5% agreement value
  • Develop and manage training plans for graduate students , production line employees , commercial team & finance .
  • Monitor training outcomes and coordinate trainee compensation programs

Measured by: Measurable improvements in employees skills , successful completion of training programs and compliance with training program duration and agreement values

  • Audit coordination :
  • Liaise with SEC approved audit firms and facilitate the audit process .
  • Liaise with Local Content & Government Procurement Authority audit firms and facilitate the audit process .
  • Maintain auditable records , including financial statements , cost documentation , compensation record and training expenses
  • Implement corrective actions based on audit finding to ensure continuous improvement

Measured by: Successful audit outcomes , Zero instances of major audit non- compliance and timely implementation of corrective actions

  • Performance Monitoring :
  • Track and analyse local content KPI’s including Saudization levels and Saudi compensation ratios
  • Prepare performance reports and recommend improvements
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure compliance and achieve local content objectives

Measured by: Consistent tracking of KPI’s , timely submission of performance improvement plans and achievement of local content goals

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in compliance management or similar role
  • Strong understanding of Saudi labor laws and local content requirements
  • Experience with government reporting and auditing processes
  • Excellent analytical and documentation skills
  • Strong project management capabilities

Job-Specific Skills:

  • Fluent in Arabic and English
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
  • Knowledge of Saudi labor market and industrial sector

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Strong Entrepreneurial Skills, Focus on Delivery, Team and Business Development, Structured Thinking

About Us

Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the Group has grown and diversified. Today we employ in excess of 1,400 people worldwide, with operations in the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, South Africa, Brazil, Thailand, Malaysia, India and East Africa.

Lucy Electric is a global business that provides medium voltage switching and protection solutions for electrical distribution systems. Our dedication to cultivating our service provision allows Lucy Electric to offer a complete solutions package to our customers; facilitating the delivery of electricity to homes and businesses worldwide.

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