Are you a detail-oriented procurement professional with a passion for driving project success through effective supplier coordination and delivery management? We are looking for a Procurement Expeditor to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services for major Oil & Gas EPC projects.
This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced project environments and have proven experience managing supplier performance, preventing procurement delays, and supporting large-scale engineering and construction projects.
YOUR ROLE
As Procurement Expeditor, you will be responsible to the following but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities:
Expediting Procurement Deliveries
- Monitor procurement orders and ensure suppliers meet agreed delivery schedules.
- Follow up on order status and proactively address potential delays.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse, and Project teams to ensure smooth material flow.
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues relating to quality, delivery, and contractual obligations.
- Ensure suppliers provide timely status updates and progress reports.
Procurement Documentation & Tracking
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices.
- Track outstanding orders and ensure procurement documentation is updated and properly filed.
Procurement Compliance & Procedures
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and industry best practices.
- Support policy implementation, updates, and team awareness initiatives.
- Assist in promoting procurement governance and compliance standards.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement expediting processes.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to reduce lead times and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement activities.
MIS Reporting & Procurement Updates
- Prepare procurement status reports, supplier performance reports, and delivery forecasts.
- Update ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle with procurement progress.
- Escalate risks and delays to stakeholders and management in a timely manner.
- Identify potential procurement risks impacting project schedules.
- Develop mitigation plans and coordinate corrective actions with stakeholders.
- Support contingency planning for critical materials and services.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, Warehouse, and Project Management teams.
- Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure delivery commitments are achieved.
Inventory & Warehouse Coordination
- Coordinate receipt, inspection, and storage of procured materials.
- Monitor inventory levels to support project requirements while avoiding overstocking.
- Share knowledge and best practices within the procurement team.
- Contribute to a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
Cost Control
- Support procurement cost monitoring and budget compliance.
- Identify and report cost discrepancies that may impact project performance.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of procurement experience, preferably within the Oil & Gas, EPC, Energy, Power, Marine, Civil, or Industrial Plant sectors.
- Experience using ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
Education and Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline
Professional certifications such as CIPS, APICS, or equivalent are advantageous
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and expediting activities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Knowledge of supply chain management best practices and industry regulations
- High attention to detail with a proactive approach to continuous improvement
WHAT WE OFFER
- The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
- A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.