Procurement Engineer

About the Role

Elegancia Arabia is seeking a Procurement Engineer to manage procurement activities for landscape construction projects. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 5-10 years of experience. The successful candidate will ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, subcontractors, and specialist landscape products while adhering to project specifications, quality standards, and approved budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for softscape, hardscape, irrigation, external works, and landscape-related packages.
• Review project specifications, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), material submittals, and procurement schedules.
• Source and evaluate qualified suppliers and subcontractors within KSA and the GCC region.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), conduct commercial and technical evaluations, and negotiate prices and contractual terms.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, commercial, planning, and finance teams.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure accurate processing through SAP.
• Monitor material deliveries and resolve procurement, quality, and logistical issues.
• Maintain an approved supplier database and evaluate vendor performance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project budgets, and contractual requirements.
• Support claims, variations, cost comparisons, and procurement reporting.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Proven experience working with established landscape companies or landscape contractors in KSA or the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of landscape materials, irrigation systems, hardscape products, plants, outdoor fixtures, and specialist subcontracting packages.
• Valid Saudi Engineering Council (SEC) certification is mandatory.
• Strong supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost analysis, and vendor-management skills.
• Good understanding of procurement procedures, commercial terms, and contract requirements.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Candidates currently based in KSA or with previous KSA experience will be preferred.

Experience and Location

This role requires 5-10 years of relevant experience. The position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Preference will be given to candidates already residing in KSA or those with prior work experience in the Kingdom.

Application Process

Elegancia Arabia invites qualified candidates to apply for this Procurement Engineer position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.