Senior EPC Procurement Specialist—Long-Lead Item Expert

Eram Talent; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Eram Talent is seeking a seasoned Procurement Engineer to lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle on EPC projects. The role focuses on sourcing materials, equipment, long-lead items, and subcontracted services while ensuring cost-effective purchasing, on-time delivery, and compliance with technical specs and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering, 15+ years with reputed EPC contractors, and strong ERP experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 15 years procurement experience with reputed EPC contractors.
• At least 5 years in EPC projects within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Infrastructure, or Industrial sectors.
• Experience procuring long-lead items and critical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of EPC procurement processes and commercial negotiations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent procurement software.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process for project materials and services.
• Prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and conduct bid evaluations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranties, and contracts.
• Prepare purchase orders, procurement recommendations, and contract documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, QA/QC, logistics, construction, and project management teams.
• Monitor supplier performance, expedite critical deliveries, and resolve procurement issues.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and track procurement progress.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and HSE standards.

Skills

Procurement management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Procurement software

Job description

Eram Talent is seeking a seasoned Procurement Engineer to lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle on EPC projects. The role focuses on sourcing materials, equipment, long-lead items, and subcontracted services while ensuring cost-effective purchasing, on-time delivery, and compliance with technical specs and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering, 15+ years with reputed EPC contractors, and strong ERP experience