Principal Procurement Specialist

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil/gas/petrochemical industry is seeking a Principal Procurement Specialist responsible for ensuring timely material delivery and documentation accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive procurement experience, particularly in the Gulf region.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in procurement in oil/gas/petrochemical.
• At least 5 years in the Gulf region.
• Detail-oriented and proactive under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with vendors, clients, and engineers for timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor and expedite purchase orders.
• Ensure procurement documentation is complete and compliant.

Skills

Procurement workflows

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation)

Job description

Title

Principal Procurement Specialist

Job Description

A Procurement principal in an oil/gas/petrochemical industry project responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal and external coordination: Work closely with vendors, client, and engineers to ensure timely delivery of documents/ materials and equipment.
• Order Expediting: Monitor and expedite purchase orders to ensure they are delivered on time.
• Documentation Management: Ensure all procurement documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
• Progress Reporting: Provide regular updates on the status of material requisitions and deliveries.
• Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any issues that may cause delays in the procurement process.
• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and industry standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation) or a related field.
• Experience: 10-15 years of experience in procurement and expediting within the oil/gas/petrochemical industry, with at least 5 years in the Gulf region
• Skills: Strong understanding of procurement workflows, excellent communication and negotiation skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  
  

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