Senior Procurement Engineer

Power International Holding (PIH); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Power International Holding seeks a Senior Procurement Engineer to lead procurement strategy for complex projects in Saudi Arabia. The role involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality materials and equipment in alignment with project specs.

Candidates should have extensive procurement experience, strong ERP/SAP familiarity, and the ability to guide junior staff while driving cost savings and process improvements within a robust IMS

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement and contract negotiation.
• Strong vendor evaluation and market research skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support project objectives, cost targets, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to understand project specifications and procurement needs.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments to identify qualified vendors.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and ensure delivery of quality materials and equipment.
• Review technical specifications and drawings to ensure alignment with project requirements and engineering standards.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, including issuing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and resolving delivery issues.
• Monitor supplier performance, conducting regular audits and evaluations to assess compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in procurement operations, implementing best practices and efficiency measures.
• Provide guidance and support to junior procurement staff, mentoring them on procurement processes, supplier management, and negotiation tactics.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Cert in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

SAP

Job description

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The Senior Procurement Engineer is responsible for the procurement or purchasing of technical goods and services of operation. Evaluates new and existing suppliers and negotiate purchase agreements with them. This position ensures that purchased goods and services are delivered in a timely manner.

Job Responsibilities 1

Develop and implement procurement strategies to support project objectives, cost targets, and quality requirements.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to understand project specifications and procurement needs.

Source and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments to identify qualified vendors.

Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and ensure delivery of quality materials and equipment.

Review technical specifications and drawings to ensure alignment with project requirements and engineering standards.

Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, including issuing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and resolving delivery issues.

Monitor supplier performance, conducting regular audits and evaluations to assess compliance with contract terms and quality standards.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in procurement operations, implementing best practices and efficiency measures.

Provide guidance and support to junior procurement staff, mentoring them on procurement processes, supplier management, and negotiation tactics.

Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

Proficiency in procurement processes, including sourcing, bidding, and contract negotiation, to effectively manage procurement activities.

Strong technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles to assess technical specifications and ensure alignment with project requirements.

Excellent analytical abilities to evaluate supplier proposals, conduct cost analysis, and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Negotiation skills to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers while maintaining quality standards.

Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders and effectively convey technical requirements and project objectives.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Resilience

AI Fluency

Quality

Leadership

Purchasing Procedures L3

Material Forecasting L3

Agility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Qualification in Supply Chain/Logistics related course or any Related Technical Certificates