Procurement Planner

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Procurement Planner to develop and monitor the procurement schedule for large EPC projects. The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience in procurement planning, strong communication skills, and proficiency in scheduling tools. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and diverse projects in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years of procurement planning experience, preferably on large-scale EPCM or EPC projects in oil & gas, mining, energy, or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of international procurement, logistics, and incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the project’s procurement schedule.
• Collaborate with engineering, contracts, logistics, and construction teams to align procurement deliverables.
• Develop and maintain procurement progress curves, KPIs, and status reports.

Skills

Excellent communication and coordination skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Planner as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based full time at our Engineering Center in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

The Procurement Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring the procurement schedule and planning deliverables for an EPCM project. This role ensures that all procurement activities are aligned with the overall project execution plan, engineering deliverables, and construction requirements. The Procurement Planner works closely with engineering, contracts, logistics, and construction teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet project milestones.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status‑quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

What We can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5‑year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Procurement Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain the project’s procurement schedule in coordination with engineering and project controls.
• Define procurement strategies, long‑lead item lists, and key material milestones.
• Track procurement activities from requisition to delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines.
• Integrate procurement schedules with engineering and construction schedules to support overall project progress.

Coordination & Interface Management

• Collaborate with engineering, contracts, logistics, and construction teams to align procurement deliverables with project needs.
• Participate in weekly and monthly progress meetings to provide procurement status updates.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to monitor manufacturing and delivery progress.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Develop and maintain procurement progress curves, KPIs, and status reports.
• Identify potential delays or bottlenecks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support project controls in forecasting cost and schedule impacts related to procurement activities.

Systems & Documentation

• Maintain procurement data in ERP or project management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SmartPlant, or Prism).
• Ensure all procurement documentation complies with project and client requirements.
• Support audit and close‑out activities by ensuring accurate and complete procurement records.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.

Minimum 8–12 years of procurement planning experience, preferably on large‑scale EPCM or EPC projects in oil & gas, mining, energy, or infrastructure.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Experience with procurement modules in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of international procurement, logistics, and incoterms.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced, multi‑disciplinary environment.

Key Deliverables

• Procurement schedule and updates.
• Procurement status reports and dashboards.
• Procurement progress curves and KPIs.
• Procurement risk register and mitigation plans.

Typical Interfaces

• Project Controls Team
• Engineering Discipline Leads
• Contracts & Expediting Teams
• Construction Managers
• Client Representatives

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.