Procurement Engineer

Job Description:

Job Description-

Job Title: Procurement Engineer

Position Type: Full-time

Job Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Experience: 8-10 years

Education: Degree/Diploma in Engineering

Responsibilities:

As a Procurement Engineer in our dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring all purchasing-related activities align with Company Policies and Procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

Internal Collaboration:

• Liaise with internal interfaces including Engineering, Project Management Teams, QA/QC, Accounting, and Proposals.
• Contribute to the preparation and modification of Company Policies and Procedures.

Vendor Management:

• Conduct research to identify potential vendors.
• Facilitate a fair, open, and ethical RFQ process with all vendors.
• Review Material Requisitions and maintain an organized file.

RFQ Process:

• Ensure timely issuance of RFQs to the correct vendors and maintain an RFQ log.
• Coordinate the timely receipt of vendor offers and distribution of technical offers to reviewers.
• Manage technical queries and responses in a timely manner.

Commercial Negotiations:

• Maintain confidentiality of commercial information within the Procurement Group.
• Conduct commercial negotiations with vendors and prepare accurate Commercial Bid Evaluations (CBE).

Bid Evaluation and Recommendations:

• Review both Commercial Bid Evaluation (CBE) and Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE).
• Produce and prepare recommendations for internal approval before releasing Purchase Orders.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.

Vendor Qualification:

• Pre-qualify vendors, if required, to obtain internal and client approval for new vendors.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Procurement Engineer or in a similar role.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices, including researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors.
• Understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Diploma in Engineering.