Overview
This position is responsible for managing the procurement of indirect materials and services with a primary focus on spare parts, consumables, and civil work-related materials. The ideal candidate should be an Arabic-speaking Buyer/Procurement Coordinator with experience in sourcing suppliers, obtaining competitive quotations, coordinating procurement activities, and supporting civil and construction-related projects within a construction or industrial environment.
Accountabilities
- Handle procurement activities for civil work projects, including sourcing construction materials and coordinating with contractors and suppliers.
- Source and procure indirect materials, including spare parts, consumables, tools, PPE, and general operational supplies.
- Obtain quotations, evaluate bids, negotiate pricing, and issue purchase orders.
- Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers and contractors.
- Coordinate with internal departments to understand procurement requirements and ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procurement procedures.
- Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, and purchasing documentation.
- Follow up on purchase orders, deliveries, invoices, and payment status.
- Support cost-saving initiatives through effective sourcing and negotiation.
- Resolve procurement-related issues and ensure uninterrupted supply of materials.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
Experience
- Minimum 3–5 years of procurement experience in a Buyer or Procurement Coordinator role.
- Strong experience in indirect procurement, including spare parts, consumables, MRO items, and operational supplies.
- Hands-on experience in sourcing civil work materials and coordinating with contractors.
- Previous experience in the construction industry is mandatory.
- Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle, or similar procurement software is an advantage.
Core Competencies
- Indirect procurement, supplier sourcing and vendor management.
- Procurement of civil work materials and construction procurement.
- Microsoft Excel and Outlook proficiency — pivot tables, formatting, reports creation and review.
- Data analysis, RFQ/RFP preparation and evaluation, price negotiation, purchase order management.
- Oracle ERP proficiency, communication and coordination skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, time management, attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement requests in line with project schedules.
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills; strong negotiator with good judgment and self-confidence.
- Ability to think critically; demonstrate professionalism; leadership; focus on safety; leverage diversity; manage work/time; motivate others; plan and organize, provide direction.
HSE & Compliance
- PPE as per activity risk register.
- Regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness & response plan, QHSE policy awareness.