Procurement Engineer

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major international company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage computerized procurement operations and ensure compliance with company policies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5-10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector, preferably with ADNOC or similar projects. The candidate should exhibit strong negotiation skills and be capable of handling logistics and supplier management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in procurement within Oil & Gas / EPC environment.
• Prior experience in ADNOC Aramco or other major Oil & Gas projects preferred.
• Knowledge of local and international supplier networks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fully computerized and ERP-based procurement operations.
• Screening of material requisitions procurement receipts and physical inspections.
• Maintaining all procurement-related documentation in compliance with company procedures.
• Developing and implementing purchasing and contract management instructions policies and procedures.

Skills

Procurement operations management

Logistics management

Supplier negotiation

Cost analysis

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

• Responsible for fully computerized and ERP-based procurement operations.
• Screening of material requisitions procurement receipts and physical inspections.
• Managing stacking and storage while maintaining minimum and maximum levels of critical and fast-moving items.
• Maintaining all procurement-related documentation in compliance with company procedures.
• Interfacing with cross-functional departments for budgeting and planning funds for procurement and material sourcing.
• Ensuring optimum utilization of materials securing maximum cost savings and meeting anticipatory orders for monthly operations.
• Processing requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Following up on supplier payments and receivables to ensure timely settlement.
• Participating in the development of specifications for equipment products or substitute materials.
• Developing and implementing purchasing and contract management instructions policies and procedures.
• Conducting order planning price negotiations and coordination with suppliers.
• Organizing and developing RFP and RFQ documentation according to established policies and procedures.
• Ensuring all organizational requirements are effectively captured in RFP/RFQ documents.
• Liaising and coordinating with suppliers by collecting and providing required information to ensure contractual terms and conditions are met.
• Managing materials and purchase orders using Oracle ERP systems.
• Preparing online purchase orders in Oracle reconciling vendor statements with system and manual records.
• Conducting stock verification vendor performance analysis and price variance studies.
• Monitoring and analyzing new products and suppliers in the marketplace to identify cost-efficient alternatives.
• Collecting and analyzing data to continuously track relevant KPIs and achieve procurement targets.
• Assisting the accounts department in preparing billing documents and ensuring financial accuracy.
• Ensuring 100% compliance with internal and external audit requirements and closing all observations/non-conformances on time.

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

• Designing efficient logistics management systems to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and shipments.
• Preparing MIS reports on inward and outward logistics and updating top management on inventory activities.
• Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates and proposals for logistics solutions.
• Developing long-term partnerships with suppliers and monitoring day-to-day supplier performance.
• Ensuring suppliers meet service cost delivery and quality standards.
• Coordinating with suppliers for new product development and implementation.
• Negotiating shipment terms and coordinating with freight forwarders for shipment tracking and customs clearance.
• Managing duty exemptions and preparing documentation for FTA (Free Trade Agreement) submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 510 years of experience in procurement within Oil & Gas / EPC environment.
• Prior experience in ADNOC Aramco or other major Oil & Gas projects preferred.
• Knowledge of local and international supplier networks.

Additional Information

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of Incoterms logistics and import/export procedures.
• Strong ethics attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Contract