Material Coordinator - Shutdown (KSA)

HUDSON; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials management company in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Material Coordinator to manage materials for critical shutdown activities. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of relevant experience, preferably with SABIC, and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include ensuring material compliance with specifications, tracking inventory, and coordinating with multiple teams. This role offers a salary range of SAR 3,500-4,000 per month plus benefits, with a contract duration of 2 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience as a Material Coordinator in petrochemical, oil & gas, or industrial shutdown projects.
• Prior experience working in SABIC shutdowns is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receipt, inspection, storage, and issuance of materials, tools, and equipment for shutdown activities.
• Ensure all materials comply with SABIC specifications.
• Monitor material availability and highlight shortages to the planning teams.
• Prepare and maintain material tracking sheets and daily inventory updates.
• Manage material staging areas and ensure timely delivery to job sites.
• Verify material descriptions and ensure full traceability.
• Coordinate with warehouse and procurement teams for material flow.
• Assist in preparing BOM and ensure alignment with work orders.
• Track consumables and ensure proper return and accountability.
• Support shutdown planners in forecasting material needs.
• Ensure proper storage conditions for sensitive materials.
• Maintain records for audits and final shutdown documentation.
• Enforce SABIC safety policies.

Skills

Material management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Coordination with teams

Understanding of mechanical materials

Understanding of electrical materials

Understanding of instrumentation materials

Education

Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, or relevant technical field

Tools

SAP/MM or similar ERP system

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Material Coordinator

Salary Grade: SAR 3,500-4,000 + FAT

Division / Department: TS-MSS

Employment Type: Visit Visa

Duty Hours: 12 Hours / Day, 7 Days / Week

Contract Duration: 2 months

Job Summary

We are looking a experienced Material Coordinator to manage and control all materials, tools, and equipment required for the upcoming shutdown/turnaround. The Coordinator will ensure timely availability, tracking, allocation, and documentation of all shutdown materials in alignment with SABIC procedures. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong coordination with maintenance, planning, procurement, and warehouse teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receipt, inspection, storage, and issuance of materials, tools, and equipment required for shutdown activities.
• Ensure all materials comply with SABIC specifications, certificates, and approved vendor documentation.
• Monitor material availability and highlight shortages or delays to the planning and execution teams.
• Prepare and maintain material tracking sheets, MR (Material Request), and daily inventory updates.
• Manage material staging areas and ensure materials are delivered to job sites on time.
• Verify material descriptions, part numbers, quantity, and ensure full traceability.
• Coordinate with warehouse, procurement, and logistics teams for timely material flow.
• Assist in the preparation of BOM (Bill of Materials) and ensure alignment with work orders.
• Track consumables, spare parts, and tools issued to technicians and ensure proper return and accountability.
• Support shutdown planners in forecasting material needs and checking readiness before job execution.
• Ensure proper storage conditions for sensitive materials such as instruments, electrical items, and lubricants.
• Maintain detailed records for audits, material reconciliation, and final shutdown documentation.
• Enforce SABIC safety policies and ensure safe handling and movement of materials.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, or relevant technical field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience as a Material Coordinator in petrochemical, oil & gas, or industrial shutdown projects.
  • Prior experience working in SABIC shutdowns is highly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation materials.
• Preferred Certifications: SABIC/Aramco Work Permit Holder, Supply Chain or Material Management Training, SAP/MM or similar ERP system experience.