Procurement Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier proposals, technical specifications, and pricing against requirements and budget constraints.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and negotiations for favorable terms.
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and specifications in line with company policies and UAE regulations.
• Use procurement software and ERP systems to manage requisitions, track orders, and maintain records.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses, reduce procurement expenses, and improve procurement processes.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and finance on materials and project timelines.
• Monitor supplier metrics and implement corrective actions to maintain service-level agreements.
• Report on procurement activity, supplier performance, and cost savings to management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and UAE procurement regulations.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in procurement engineering, supply-chain management, or a related field.
• Experience in vendor evaluation, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Advanced analytical and data-analysis skills, including Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Able to manage multiple procurement projects, maintain attention to detail, and prioritize competing demands.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, supply-chain optimization, and UAE and Middle East procurement regulations.
• Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, budget management, and financial forecasting; experience with contract management and legal-documentation review.
• Preferred: project management experience or certification; knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma; international sourcing or global supplier networks.

Additional information

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