Principal Procurement Specialist

KBR Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Inc. seeks a Principal Procurement Specialist for its operations in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This role involves ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment within the oil/gas/petrochemical industry. Ideal candidates will have extensive procurement experience, strong communication skills, and a background in engineering. Join us to contribute to our commitment to deliver exceptional value and solutions to our clients.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in procurement and expediting in oil/gas/petrochemical industry.
• At least 5 years in the Gulf region.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with vendors, client, and engineers for timely delivery.
• Monitor and expedite purchase orders.
• Ensure all procurement documentation is accurate and up to date.

Skills

Procurement workflows

Communication

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Job description

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## Principal Procurement Specialist
locations
: Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
time type
: Full time
posted on
: Posted Today
job requisition id
: R2107022

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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