Procurement Engineer

National Contracting Company - UAE; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

National Contracting Company - UAE is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to manage end-to-end procurement activities for projects and operations in Abu Dhabi. You will source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions, while coordinating with engineering, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of procurement experience in contracting, with strong market

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 5–10 years procurement experience in contracting, preferably in Energy and/or Transmission & Distribution sectors.
• Strong Abu Dhabi/UAE market experience and supplier network.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement for projects and operations.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
• Procure equipment, transportation services, and project materials in line with technical and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and process RFQs, purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, project, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and Abu Dhabi market regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and vendor management strategies.
• Track procurement schedules to ensure alignment with project timelines and client requirements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers, pricing trends, and procurement opportunities.
• Coordinate import/export documentation and customs clearance processes when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.
• Assist in contract administration, including reviewing supplier agreements, variations, and claims.
• Ensure all procurement activities are aligned with project budgets and approved procurement plans.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor management

Bilingual English/Arabic

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Job description

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for projects and operational requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
• Procure equipment, transportation services, and project materials in line with technical and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and process RFQs, purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, project, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and Abu Dhabi market regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and vendor management strategies.
• Track procurement schedules to ensure alignment with project timelines and client requirements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers, pricing trends, and procurement opportunities.
• Coordinate import/export documentation and customs clearance processes when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.
• Assist in contract administration, including reviewing supplier agreements, variations, and claims.
• Ensure all procurement activities are aligned with project budgets and approved procurement plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Engineering
• 5–10 years of procurement experience within contracting companies, preferably in Energy and/or Transmission & Distribution sectors.
• Strong Abu Dhabi/UAE market experience and supplier network.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written).