Purchasing Officer | Manufacturing Industry

Position: Purchasing Officer
Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Experience

Required:

3-5 years
Industry: Manufacturing, Pipe Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, and Heavy Industry
Job Category: Operations & Supply Chain;
Logistics & Transportation;
Engineering & Technical

An opportunity is available for a Purchasing Officer in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, for a professional with 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing, pipe manufacturing, oil and gas, or heavy industry.

The position requires practical expertise in supplier sourcing, negotiation, purchase order management, and procurement of industrial materials. Candidates should be comfortable interpreting technical specifications for raw materials, spare parts, and industrial equipment while coordinating purchasing activities in line with business requirements.

Applicants should also have experience using ERP systems, advanced Excel skills, and knowledge of import procedures, Incoterms, and Saudi Arabian customs clearance. Familiarity with ISO 9001 or API Q1 purchasing requirements is preferred.

The original announcement does not provide a detailed list of daily duties. Responsibilities relevant to the stated requirements may include:

• Source suppliers for raw materials, spare parts, and industrial equipment.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and negotiate pricing and purchasing terms.
• Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders.
• Review technical specifications to ensure purchased materials meet requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams regarding procurement schedules and delivery.
• Support import procedures, Incoterms compliance, and customs clearance in Saudi Arabia.
• Maintain purchasing records and procurement documentation using ERP systems.
• Use advanced Excel functions for purchasing data management and reporting.
• Support purchasing processes in accordance with applicable quality requirements.

These are general role-related responsibilities and should be confirmed with the employer.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience in pipe manufacturing, oil and gas, or heavy industry is preferred.

• Supplier sourcing and evaluation.
• Negotiation and purchase order management.
• Understanding of technical specifications for raw materials, spare parts, and industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of import procedures and Incoterms.
• Familiarity with customs clearance procedures in Saudi Arabia.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills.

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 purchasing requirements.
• Familiarity with API Q1 purchasing requirements.

The original job announcement does not specify salary, compensation, or employee benefits. Candidates should confirm these details with the recruitment team.

This opportunity may help purchasing professionals strengthen their expertise in industrial procurement, supplier management, international purchasing, and manufacturing supply chains. Training, professional certifications, and other development opportunities have not been specified and should be confirmed with the employer.

• Position: Purchasing Officer
• Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
• Experience: 3-5 years
• Preferred Background: Manufacturing, pipe manufacturing, oil and gas, or heavy industry