Senior EPC Procurement Engineer | Long-Lead Sourcing Expert

Client of Eram Talent; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Eram Talent is seeking a Procurement Engineer to manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for EPC projects, including sourcing materials, long-lead items, and subcontracted services. You will collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure cost-effective purchasing and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with 15+ years in procurement for EPC contractors and 5+ years in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Infrastructure, or Industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of procurement experience with reputed EPC contractors.
• At least 5 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Infrastructure, or Industrial sectors.
• Proven experience in procuring long-lead items, critical equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services.
• Strong knowledge of EPC procurement processes, contract administration, supplier qualification, and commercial negotiations.
• Experience in international and local sourcing, vendor development, supplier evaluation, and procurement planning.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent procurement software, along with Microsoft Office applications.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPM, or equivalent are preferred.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work under project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement for project materials, equipment, long-lead items, and subcontracted services.
• Prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations with engineering and project teams.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranties, and contractual conditions to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Prepare purchase orders, procurement recommendations, and contract documentation for management approval.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, QA/QC, logistics, construction, and project management teams to ensure timely procurement and material delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance, expedite critical deliveries, and resolve procurement issues that could impact project schedules.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors while identifying new suppliers to improve quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Track procurement progress, maintain procurement schedules, and provide regular status reports to project management.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, client specifications, contractual obligations, and applicable HSE and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor databases, and documentation while supporting project cost control and procurement risk management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

Client of Eram Talent is seeking a Procurement Engineer to manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for EPC projects, including sourcing materials, long-lead items, and subcontracted services. You will collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure cost-effective purchasing and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, with 15+ years in procurement for EPC contractors and 5+ years in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Infrastructure, or Industrial