Senior Procurement Engineer

SAEED AHMED LOOTAH & SONS GROUP (PSC); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

SAEED AHMED LOOTAH & SONS GROUP (PSC) in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement for materials, services and subcontract works in line with project budgets.

You will source and prequalify suppliers, issue RFQs, negotiate terms, and maintain logs and records, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and deadlines across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction materials and subcontract procurement.
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi market and local suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical problem-solving.
• MS Office and ERP/procurement systems experience.
• Experience with major building contractors in Abu Dhabi.
• Experience in civil, architecture, finishing, MEP, and specialist works procurement.
• Experience with Oracle/ERP-based procurement systems.
• UAE driving license is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the Procurement Log PR Log LPO Log and Subcontract Agreement Log.
• Prepare and implement the project procurement strategy in line with the project programme and budget.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for materials services and subcontract works.
• Source prequalify and evaluate suppliers and subcontractors.
• Issue RFQs RFPs and review analyze quotations.
• Prepare technical and commercial comparison reports and recommendations.
• Negotiate prices payment terms delivery schedules and contractual conditions with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Achieve cost savings and competitive procurement in line with project budgets.
• Prepare and issue LPOs purchase orders and subcontract agreements and obtain required approvals.
• Coordinate with Project Engineering Commercial QA QC Finance and Site teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery.
• Monitor procurement progress and identify long-lead and critical materials.
• Prepare Budget vs Actual procurement reports and monitor procurement commitments.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Prepare and monitor the daily activities and priorities of the procurement team.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures project specifications contract requirements and applicable UAE Abu Dhabi regulations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Abu Dhabi-based suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Negotiation

Commercial Skills

Local Suppliers

Multitasking

Communication

MS Office

ERP Systems

Oracle ERP

Major Contractors

Civil/MEP Procurement

Driving License

Tools

ERP Software

Oracle ERP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the Procurement Log PR Log LPO Log and Subcontract Agreement Log
• Prepare and implement the project procurement strategy in line with the project programme and budget
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for materials services and subcontract works
• Source prequalify and evaluate suppliers and subcontractors
• Issue RFQs RFPs and review analyze quotations
• Prepare technical and commercial comparison reports and recommendations
• Negotiate prices payment terms delivery schedules and contractual conditions with suppliers and subcontractors
• Achieve cost savings and competitive procurement in line with project budgets
• Prepare and issue LPOs purchase orders and subcontract agreements and obtain required approvals
• Coordinate with Project Engineering Commercial QA QC Finance and Site teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery
• Monitor procurement progress and identify long-lead and critical materials
• Prepare Budget vs Actual procurement reports and monitor procurement commitments
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records and documentation
• Prepare and monitor the daily activities and priorities of the procurement team
• Ensure compliance with company procedures project specifications contract requirements and applicable UAE Abu Dhabi regulations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Abu Dhabi-based suppliers and subcontractors

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction materials and subcontract procurement.
• Excellent negotiation and commercial skills.
• Good knowledge of the Abu Dhabi construction market and local suppliers/subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and procurement packages simultaneously.
• Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and ERP/procurement systems.
• Experience with major building contractors in Abu Dhabi.
• Experience in procurement of civil, architecture, finishing, MEP, and specialist works.
• Experience with Oracle/ERP-based procurement systems or equivalent.
• UAE driving license is an advantage.