Procurement Engineer

Urban Ridge Supplies; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 224,971 - 299,962; Full time

Job summary

Urban Ridge Supplies in Jeddah is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage the full procurement cycle for construction materials and subcontract packages. The role requires an architectural or civil engineering background, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain delivery timelines across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and excellent skills in cost analysis using advanced MS Excel. This position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction materials, systems, and scopes.
• Proven negotiation and commercial evaluation capability.
• Ability to analyze costs and manage procurement tracking.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement for materials and subcontract packages.
• Prepare procurement plans and manage timelines.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, and contracts teams.

Skills

Managing procurement cycle

Supplier management

Technical evaluation

Contract management

Risk control

Education

Architectural or civil engineering background

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Proficient in managing the full procurement cycle of construction materials, subcontract packages, and specialist systems for complex projects, ensuring optimal cost, quality, compliance, and delivery timelines. The role requires an architectural or civil engineering background, strong technical and commercial understanding, close coordination with engineering, planning, and project teams, and the ability to manage procurement activities across multiple projects concurrently.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Execution

  Execute end‑to‑end procurement for materials, equipment, manpower and subcontract packages for complex projects. Prepare and implement procurement plans aligned with project schedules. Manage procurement activities across multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining delivery timelines.

• Supplier & Subcontractor Management

  Identify, pre‑qualify and manage suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures. Issue RFQs, RFPs and manage technical and commercial clarifications.

• Technical & Commercial Evaluation

  Review technical submissions in coordination with engineering teams. Prepare detailed technical and commercial comparison and evaluation reports. Conduct commercial negotiations to achieve best value while ensuring compliance.

• Contracting & Documentation

  Prepare and issue Purchase Orders and Subcontract Agreements using approved templates. Ensure contractual clarity on scope, delivery schedules, warranties, penalties and payment terms. Maintain complete accurate and audit‑ready procurement records.

• Coordination & Risk Control

  Coordinate closely with engineering, planning, site contracts and finance teams. Identify procurement‑related risks and propose mitigation measures. Support cost control objectives and ensure budget compliance.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Technical Knowledge

  Strong understanding of construction materials, systems and subcontract scopes for complex projects. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, BOQs and contract documents. Experience with long‑lead and specialist items, facade works, specialist finishes, high‑spec systems etc.

• Commercial & Contractual Skills

  Strong negotiation and commercial evaluation capability. Knowledge of contract terms, warranties, penalties and procurement risk management. Ability to support cost control and value optimisation initiatives.

• Systems & Tools

  Proficiency in ERP systems: SAP, Oracle or equivalent. Advanced MS Excel skills for cost analysis and bid comparisons. Familiarity with procurement tracking and document control systems.

• Professional Competencies

  Strong planning, prioritisation and multi‑project management ability. Effective communication and coordination skills. High attention to detail, ethical conduct and compliance‑driven mindset.