Saudi Arabia implements 70% localization in procurement professions, starting Sunday

Saudi Arabia implements 70% localization in procurement professions, starting Sunday

RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced the implementation of its decision to increase the Saudization rate in a dozen procurement professions to 70 percent, effective Sunday, May 31. The decision applies to private sector establishments employing three or more workers in the targeted professions, in accordance with the definitions and job titles approved under the Unified Saudi Occupational Classification.T…