Procurement Engineer

Position:
Procurement Engineer

Company:
KeBR

Location:
Saudi Arabia (Al Khobar, Eastern Province; Al Jubail, Eastern Province; Riyadh, Riyadh Province)

Employment type:
Full time

Work Arrangement:
On-site

Short Summary:
The Procurement Engineer is responsible for managing the complete procurement lifecycle for EPC projects, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, timely delivery, compliance with technical specifications, and adherence to project schedules.

Responsibilities:
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process for project materials, equipment, long-lead items, and subcontracted services.
- Prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranties, and contractual conditions.
- Prepare purchase orders, procurement recommendations, and contract documentation.
- Coordinate with engineering, planning, QA/QC, logistics, construction, and project management teams.
- Monitor supplier performance, expedite critical deliveries, and resolve procurement issues.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors and identify new suppliers.
- Track procurement progress, maintain schedules, and provide regular status reports.
- Ensure compliance with procurement procedures, client specifications, and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.

Requirement:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years of procurement experience with reputed EPC contractors.
- At least 5 years of experience in EPC projects within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Infrastructure, or Industrial sectors.
- Proven experience in procuring long-lead items, critical equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services.
- Strong knowledge of EPC procurement processes, contract administration, and commercial negotiations.
- Experience in international and local sourcing, vendor development, and procurement planning.
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent, along with Microsoft Office applications.
- Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPM, or equivalent are preferred.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.