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The Senior Procurement Engineer is responsible for the procurement of technical goods and services essential for operational success. This role involves evaluating new and existing suppliers, negotiating purchase agreements, and ensuring that purchased goods and services are delivered in a timely manner.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to support project objectives, cost targets, and quality requirements.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to understand project specifications and procurement needs.
- Source and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments to identify qualified vendors.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and ensure the delivery of quality materials and equipment.
- Review technical specifications and drawings to ensure alignment with project requirements and engineering standards.
- Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, including issuing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and resolving delivery issues.
- Monitor supplier performance, conducting regular audits and evaluations to assess compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in procurement operations, implementing best practices and efficiency measures.
- Provide guidance and support to junior procurement staff, mentoring them on procurement processes, supplier management, and negotiation tactics.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Proficiency in procurement processes, including sourcing, bidding, and contract negotiation, to effectively manage procurement activities.
- Strong technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles to assess technical specifications and ensure alignment with project requirements.
- Excellent analytical abilities to evaluate supplier proposals, conduct cost analysis, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
- Negotiation skills to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers while maintaining quality standards.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders and effectively convey technical requirements and project objectives.
- ERP knowledge, preferably with SAP functional skills, is a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
- Minimum of 8 years working experience, with 5 years of relevant working experience.
- 2 years of experience in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is a plus.
Competencies
- Resilience
- AI Fluency
- Quality Management
- Leadership
- Purchasing Procedures (Level 3)
- Materials Management (Level 3)
- Material Forecasting (Level 3)
- E-Procurement Tools (Level 3)
- Agility
- Purchasing Benchmarking (Level 3)
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Professional Qualification in Supply Chain/Logistics or any Related Technical Certificates.
