Senior Procurement Engineer

About the Role

MOBCO Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Engineer to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves managing procurement activities for construction projects, focusing on architectural, electrical, and mechanical materials, equipment, and services. The position requires a professional with 5-10 years of experience in the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for architectural, electrical, and mechanical materials, equipment, and services for construction projects.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors to secure competitive prices and favorable terms.
• Maintain strong knowledge of the local market, including suppliers, material availability, pricing trends, and lead times.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and material submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare and evaluate Requests for Quotation (RFQs), commercial quotations, bid comparisons, and purchase recommendations.
• Coordinate with project teams, engineering, QA/QC, and site personnel to identify procurement requirements and priorities.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials in line with project schedules and approved procurement plans.
• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier database and establish long-term relationships with key vendors.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, material approvals, and supplier performance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality, specifications, or project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, budgets, and approval processes.
• Resolve procurement issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, and supplier coordination.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in a relevant discipline: Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant procurement experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of the local supplier market, material costs, and sourcing channels.
• Proven experience in vendor negotiation, commercial evaluation, and cost control.
• Good understanding of construction materials, technical specifications, BOQs, and project requirements.

Required Skills

• Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and procurement or ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement packages and meet tight project deadlines.

Additional Information

Candidates who can join immediately will be given preference for this role.