Procurement Engineer

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Key Relationships

Internal: Management, SBU heads, staff.

External: Vendors, suppliers, contractors.

Accountabilities

• Support effective procurement operations by identifying, sourcing, and evaluating a diverse range of vendors and suppliers in coordination with the procurement team.
• Participate in negotiations related to pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to achieve cost optimization and ensure compliance with approved specifications, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist in managing procurement documentation, tendering processes, and supplier evaluations.
  
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations
• Review material requests, specifications, and engineering drawings to ensure clarity before initiating procurement.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, collect quotations, and conduct technical and commercial evaluations.
• Ensure timely sourcing of materials, equipment, and services as per project and operational requirements.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive prices, favorable terms, and high-quality deliverables.
• Track orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies related to materials or documentation.
• Tendering & Contracting
• Assist in preparing tender documents, scope of work, and evaluation criteria.
• Conduct technical bid evaluations in coordination with engineering and end-users.
• Recommend technically compliant and commercially competitive suppliers for award.
• Support contract drafting, review, and finalization to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Supplier Management
• Identify and prequalify suppliers based on technical capability, reliability, and performance.
• Maintain the approved vendor list and update supplier records regularly.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Conduct periodic supplier audits and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Cost & Quality Optimization
• Analyze market trends, pricing, and alternative materials to support cost-saving initiatives.
• Recommend value-engineering solutions without compromising quality or performance.
• Ensure procured items meet required engineering specifications and project standards.
• Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, logs, and documentation for traceability.
• Prepare periodic procurement reports, including cost analysis, supplier performance, and delivery status.
  

Skills

Technical Competencies

• Technical evaluation & engineering understanding
• Supplier sourcing & vendor management
• Tendering & contracting
• Cost analysis & negotiation
• Attention to detail & documentation accuracy
• Problem-solving & decision-making
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams
  
  

Language Skills

• English — Fluent (Required)
• Arabic — Advantageous
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• Professional procurement certifications such as CIPS or CPSM (preferred).
  
  

Specialized Training/ Knowledge Required

• Qatar Driving License is required.
• Strong knowledge of technical specifications, materials, and vendor management.
• Experience in tendering, contracting, and ERP procurement systems.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
  
  

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in procurement within engineering, construction, facilities management, or related industries.
• Hands-on experience in tendering, bid analysis, contract preparation, and supplier negotiations.
• Proven experience working with local and international suppliers, including sourcing, prequalification, and performance assessment.
  
  

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