Procurement Engineer EandI

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is seeking a procurement specialist to manage ERP-based procurement for electrical and instrumentation materials for oil and gas projects in Abu Dhabi. You will screen requisitions, issue RFQs, source equipment, and negotiate terms with suppliers.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering and 5–10 years in procurement within Oil & Gas/EPC, with familiarity in ADNOC/Aramco projects preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering is mandatory.
• 5–10 years of experience in procurement within Oil & Gas / EPC environments.
• Prior experience with ADNOC, Aramco or similar projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of local and international supplier networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage ERP-based procurement operations for electrical/instrumentation materials and services for oil & gas projects.
• Review requisitions, drawings, datasheets, and BOQs to identify procurement needs.
• Prepare and issue RFQs to approved suppliers and source equipment (switchgear, transformers, cables, instruments, valves).
• Evaluate quotations, negotiate prices, delivery terms, and warranties.
• Issue purchase orders in ERP, coordinate with QA/QC for inspections and certifications.
• Coordinate with logistics, stores, and site teams to verify receipts and resolve shortages or discrepancies.
• Monitor procurement costs against budgets and maintain procurement registers and reports.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier networks

Oil & Gas procurement

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Description

• Manage fully computerized, ERP-based procurement operations for electrical and instrumentation materials, equipment, and services for oil and gas projects.
• Review and screen material requisitions, specifications, datasheets, drawings, and BOQs to identify procurement requirements.
• Convert to PDF
• Prepare and issue RFQs to approved suppliers in accordance with project requirements.
• Source E&I equipment and materials, including switchgear, transformers, cables, instruments, control valves, junction boxes, and control systems.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and coordinate technical bid evaluations with the engineering team.
• Prepare commercial bid comparisons and negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and warranties.
• Ensure materials and suppliers comply with project specifications and client-approved vendor lists.
• Prepare purchase orders in the ERP system and obtain approvals in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow up with suppliers on documentation, manufacturing progress, inspections, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with QA/QC for material inspections, certificates, and release documentation.
• Coordinate with logistics, stores, and site teams to verify material receipts, arrange physical inspections, and resolve shortages, damage, or discrepancies.
• Coordinate with stores to ensure proper stacking and storage and maintain minimum and maximum stock levels for critical and fast-moving items.
• Monitor procurement costs against project budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain accurate procurement registers, purchase order records, delivery reports, and supporting documentation in compliance with company procedures.
• Resolve supplier claims, purchase order discrepancies, and invoice issues with relevant departments.
• Identify procurement risks and delays and coordinate corrective actions to support project schedules.

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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering (mandatory).
• 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.

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.

Department: Services

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