Procurement Engineer

About the Role

Advanced Metals Company (AMCO) is seeking a Procurement Engineer to join their team in Dammam, Eastern region. This full-time role involves managing the procurement process from requisition to vendor selection and order placement, ensuring efficient and commercially sound purchasing for the company.

Role Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to handle purchase requisitions and Bills of Material, execute actual purchasing activities, prepare purchase orders, and facilitate vendor selection. The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all procurement processes align with company standards and commercial protections.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and review 'Stores Requisition' for goods and services.
• Receive and review the 'Bill Of Material' for job-related purchasing.
• Receive documented proposals or quotes and record tender information, including vendor price, delivery terms, and conditions.
• Manage all subcontracting related jobs, including but not limited to fabrications, machining, calibration, and building maintenance.
• Conduct value analysis and life cycle costing in conjunction with the supply chain manager.
• Ensure all relevant information, drawings, and procedures specified on the purchase requisition or any relevant specification are enclosed with the purchase order.
• Place purchase orders within delegated authority, ensuring the company is fully protected commercially.
• Ensure that goods and services are procured only from approved suppliers.
• Update the supplier database in accordance with protocol and QC Department involvement when a new supplier is added.
• Liaise with suppliers via telephone and mail as required.
• Review Purchase Requisitions with the Procurement Lead before issuing a Purchase Order.
• Communicate the progress of ordered goods and services to internal customers.
• Maintain a manual file/log of Purchase Orders with date of purchase, job number, level of inspection, originator, or traceability for ERP backup.
• Send Requests for Quotation (RFQs) with all relevant details to suppliers.
• Develop strategies for cost-effective procurement.
• Utilize supplier performance data and previous history (checked within the ERP system) before placing orders.
• Rationalize the vendor database by establishing partnerships and framework agreements with key vendors.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in a procurement or related engineering role is required.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Dammam.

Application Process

Salary details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.