Senior Procurement Engineer

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational construction firm based in Riyadh is seeking a Procurement Specialist with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 to 10 years of experience. The role involves executing procurement activities, managing supplier performance, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates must exhibit strong negotiation and communication skills, as well as effective project management abilities. Join our team to contribute to our impactful projects and growth in the region.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Ability to develop suppliers and manage procurement activities.
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities including sourcing and supplier development.
• Manage purchase requests and vendor performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with other departments for effective procurement.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Time Management

Well Organized

Communication

Creativity

Initiative

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 13008

City: C. Supply Chian

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar is involved in:

• Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
• Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
• Allied Engineering Services

Our Main Divisions

• alfanar electric
• alfanar Construction
• alfanar Building Systems

alfanar electric

alfanar electric is the industrial arm of alfanar, manufacturing a variety of low, medium and high voltage electrical construction products.

alfanar electric operates industries in:

• Riyadh and Jubail, Saudi Arabia
• Dubai, UAE
• London, UK

alfanar has a development and engineering center in Chennai, India.

Industrial Complex, Riyadh

The center of alfanar’s industrial activities is alfanar Industrial Complex situated in the Third Industrial Zone on Al-Kharj Road, Riyadh.

Spread across 700,000 square meters, the Complex houses alfanar’s facilities.

The Complex has a comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.

Job Purpose

Execute the main procurement activities including Sourcing, contracting and supplier developments in addition to Purchasing requested materials, Services, Assets, MRO and General Purchasing with right specifications, price, quality, and delivery time / right location from right source.

Key Accountability Areas

Supplier Development and Performance Management

• Develop suppliers to meet objectives related to cost savings, delivery performance, and materials quality.
• Perform regular supplier performance evaluations to establish development plans.
• Visit suppliers for prequalification, evaluation, development, and strengthening business partnerships.

Sourcing and Contracting

• Execute sourcing and contracting plans based on the AED sourcing strategy.
• Maximize the number of contracted items with approved suppliers to secure prices, delivery, payment terms, quality, and reduce purchasing cycle time.
• Ensure commercial, legal, and contractual compliance in all procurement transactions.

Procurement Execution and Coordination

• Understand detailed requirements for each purchase request and align with requesters or related BU technical teams.
• Manage the execution of purchase requests by processing RFx (RFQ, RFI, etc.) from the approved/qualified supplier list.
• Negotiate for the best purchase conditions, considering specifications, delivery time, and cost elements.

Supplier Selection and Purchase Order Management

• Compare quotations based on approved comparison forms, considering commercial and delivery terms.
• Identify selected suppliers with the involvement of BU technical teams/requesters and issue purchase orders to the winning suppliers.
• Ensure all required documentation is attached to the purchase order and follow the approval matrix for final approval.

Order Follow-Up and Delivery Management

• Send approved purchase orders to suppliers and follow up to receive order acknowledgment.
• Monitor the PO delivery schedule with suppliers and related departments until materials arrive and the order is closed.

Vendor Management and Information Maintenance

• Maintain and update vendor master information regularly.
• Manage non-conformity processes for rejected materials and lead corrective/preventive actions with related departments.
• Initiate alternative material specifications according to market availability, involving BU technical teams as needed.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to procurement activities, including sourcing, development, evaluation, and contracting, in coordination with related commodity heads.
• Collaborate with other departments (Quality, Store, Finance, etc.) for effective procurement and supplier management.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
• To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving

• Solve any related problems arise and elevate any complex operational issues.

Quality

Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Work Experience

5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

Work under pressur Negotiation Project Management MS Office Teamwork Time Management Well Organized Communication Creativity Initiative Analytical thinking