Sr. PROCUREMENT OFFICER/ENGINEER - SWITCHGEAR

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Procurement Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement procurement strategy for electrical & switchgear packages.
• Prepare procurement schedules aligned with project execution plan.
• Coordinate with project, design, and planning teams to forecast material requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with project milestones and contractual timelines.

2. Switchgear Procurement & Technical Evaluation

• Handle procurement of:
• LV & MV Switchgear
• MDB, SMDB, DB Panels
• ATS, Synchronization Panels
• Capacitor Banks
• Control panels & automation panels
• Perform technical evaluation of vendors & suppliers.
• Ensure materials comply with:
• DEWA / SEWA / ADDC / TRANSCO approvals
• IEC standards
• Project specifications
• Consultant requirements

3. Vendor Management & Commercial Negotiation

• Identify and develop approved vendor database for electrical equipment.
• Conduct technical-commercial negotiations with manufacturers and suppliers.
• Ensure procurement at optimum cost without compromising quality.
• Manage supplier performance, delivery commitments, and compliance.

4. Cost Control & Budget Monitoring

• Monitor procurement budgets and ensure alignment with project BOQ and cost plans.
• Support value engineering initiatives for electrical systems.
• Track market trends for:
• Copper
• Switchgear components
• Electrical commodities

5. Material Submittals & Compliance

• Coordinate with design & QA/QC teams for:
• Technical submittals
• Sample approvals
• Material compliance documentation
• Ensure timely approval from:
• Consultants
• Clients
• Authorities

6. Logistics & Delivery Coordination

• Monitor manufacturing schedules and ensure timely delivery to site.
• Coordinate logistics for:
• Imported switchgear
• Local panel fabrication
• Critical long-lead items
• Ensure proper documentation:
• Delivery notes
• Packing lists
• Inspection reports

7. Contract & Documentation Management

• Prepare and review:
• Purchase orders
• Technical agreements
• Commercial terms
• Payment terms
• Ensure compliance with:
• Contractual obligations
• Supplier warranties
• Project specifications

8. Quality Assurance & Factory Inspections

• Coordinate factory inspections and FAT for switchgear.
• Ensure compliance with:
• Approved shop drawings
• Project quality standards

9. Coordination with Project Teams

• Work closely with:
• Project Managers
• Site Engineers
• Planning Department
• QA/QC
• Resolve procurement-related site issues.

10. Risk Management

• Identify procurement risks including:
• Long lead items
• Price fluctuations
• Vendor delays
• Implement mitigation strategies.

11. ERP & Reporting

• Maintain procurement data in ERP system.
• Prepare reports on:
• Procurement status
• Material tracking
• Cost variance
• Vendor performance

Key Competencies Required

✔ Strong knowledge of UAE electrical authority requirements
✔ Switchgear manufacturing / procurement exposure
✔ Commercial negotiation skills
✔ Project procurement planning expertise
✔ Contractual & technical documentation capability
✔ Cost control & value engineering experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have relevant experience working as Procurement Engineer in UAE with Electrical Switchgear Companies?
• Are you currently available in UAE?
• Can you join immediately?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement in Switchgear Company: 8 years (Required)

Language:

• English & Hindi (Required)

License/Certification:

• UAE driving license (Required)