Senior Procurement Engineer

Saleh Al-Rajhi & Partners Co. Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Saleh Al-Rajhi & Partners Co. Ltd is seeking a Senior Procurement Engineer to manage the procurement of technical materials, equipment, and services for engineering and construction projects.

You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, ensure compliance with specifications, and optimize costs. You will coordinate with engineering, project management, and supply chain teams to deliver timely, cost-effective procurement solutions, monitor supplier performance, and identify opportunities for

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain management practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for engineering projects.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers and vendors.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and material requisitions.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve project objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure quality, cost, and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and project teams to resolve procurement-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards, and contractual requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and procurement process improvements.
• Track procurement schedules and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement

SCM

Engineering drawings

Negotiation

Vendor management

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/SCM or related

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

A Senior Procurement Engineer is responsible for managing the procurement of technical materials, equipment, and services required for engineering and construction projects. The role involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, optimizing costs, and coordinating with engineering, project management, and supply chain teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for engineering projects.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers and vendors.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and material requisitions.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve project objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure quality, cost, and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and project teams to resolve procurement-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards, and contractual requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and procurement process improvements.
• Track procurement schedules and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain management practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective project management and stakeholder coordination skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in procurement within engineering, construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, or industrial projects.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, PMP, or equivalent are advantageous.