Lead Procurement Engineer

This role focuses on procurement activities including RFQ preparation, vendor evaluation, compliance, negotiation, and documentation.

• Prepare RFQ documents as per the project technical specifications / applicable project standards.
• Submit RFQ to vendors as per the approved vendor list with bid closing date.
• Review offers received from vendors and prepare compliance comments.
• Submit comments to vendors during review.
• Revise offers as per comments / observations.
• Prepare technical compliance statement and submit to vendor for compliance.
• Prepare supplier comparison sheet and submit to manager for approval.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best prices and the highest quality according to the required specifications.
• Prepare purchase requisition and agreements to be submitted to the respective vendor.
• Receive vendor invoices to be submitted to project/technical/operations team for review and initial approval.
• Prepare and report procurement long lead items delivery / completion of works reports / closing documents.
• Evaluate and report subcontractor/vendor performance after completion of each project.
• Source new suppliers and innovate negotiation strategies and secure profitable deals.
• Ensure documentation and implementation of policies, procedures, and processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

• Experience of Aramco procurement life cycle.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices.
• Effective communication skills.
• Problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skill and attention to details.
• Strong in MS Office.
• Proficient in English.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical)

6-9 years of experience in Procurement field.