Procurement Engineer

UCC Holding; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding is seeking a seasoned Procurement Engineer in Qatar to source and purchase materials, equipment, and services for Power, Infrastructure and Construction projects. You will collaborate with Engineering, Projects, and Site teams to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and on-time delivery.

Key responsibilities include supplier development, quotation evaluation, negotiations, and processing POs, with emphasis on market research and compliance with HSE standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years total experience in procurement
• 5+ years in procurement for power, infrastructure, construction, EPC, utilities or related industries
• GCC experience is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; professional procurement/supply chain certs are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Procure electrical, mechanical, civil, construction, and infrastructure materials and equipment.
• Review specifications, drawings, BOQs, and purchase requisitions.
• Source qualified suppliers and evaluate quotations.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Prepare and process purchase orders in line with procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering/project/site teams for approvals and delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain procurement records in SAP/ERP systems.
• Support cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives.

Skills

Procurement for power/infrastructure/C

Supplier management

Negotiation

MS Excel

MS Office

Communication & coordination

SAP/ERP procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Procurement or Supply Chain certifications

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

The Procurement Engineer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, equipment, and services required for Power, Infrastructure, and Construction projects. The role works closely with Engineering, Projects, and Site teams to ensure materials are procured with the required quality, competitive cost, and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of electrical, mechanical, civil, construction, and infrastructure materials and equipment.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, and purchase requisitions.
• Source and develop qualified suppliers and manufacturers.
• Obtain, evaluate, and compare supplier quotations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Project teams for technical approvals.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions.
• Prepare and process purchase orders in line with company procedures.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery as per project requirements.
• Monitor critical and long-lead materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with Site, Quality, Logistics, and Warehouse teams for inspection and delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, delivery, and commercial issues.
• Maintain supplier and procurement records in SAP/ERP systems.
• Support cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives.
• Conduct market research for suppliers, pricing, availability, and alternative materials.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project requirements, quality standards, and HSE requirements.

Key Skills

• Good knowledge of procurement for Power, Infrastructure, and Construction projects.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, civil, and construction materials and equipment.
• Ability to understand technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, and project requirements.
• Good quotation evaluation and negotiation skills.
• Strong supplier management and follow-up skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and Excel.
• SAP/ERP procurement experience is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of total experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience in Power, Infrastructure, Construction, EPC, Utilities, or related industries.
• Experience in procurement of project materials and equipment is essential.
• GCC experience is an advantage.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain is an advantage.