OFFICER PROCUREMENT

About the Role

DP World is seeking an experienced Officer, Procurement to join their team in Makkah, specifically covering operations in Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time role is crucial for managing the end-to-end procurement of materials, goods, and services essential for port and terminal operations. The successful candidate will ensure cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and strict compliance with procurement policies, approved budgets, and quality standards.

Role Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate the efficient sourcing and procurement necessary to support operational needs. This involves close coordination with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to maintain strong relationships and guarantee the uninterrupted supply of required goods and services for port and terminal activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive procurement activities for port and terminal operations, including RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluations, and award recommendations.
• Source and procure operational requirements such as equipment, spare parts, consumables, services, and maintenance contracts.
• Review procurement requests to ensure completeness of specifications, quantities, supporting documents, and approval requirements.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, HSE, and Finance to understand technical requirements, timelines, and budget constraints.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval thresholds, internal control procedures, OPEX/CAPEX classification, and AFE requirements.
• Prepare tender documents, commercial evaluations, and justification reports for management approvals.
• Participate in tender openings, bid clarifications, and evaluation activities in accordance with company procedures.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, payment terms, and contract conditions with suppliers to achieve best value and ensure operational continuity.
• Support contract preparation and review in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare, issue, and manage Purchase Orders through the system, providing regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Finance to support timely vendor payments.
• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and other management reports as required.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, alternative sourcing options, and continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes.
• Support process improvement, automation, and digitalization initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and data accuracy.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, sourcing documentation, and audit-ready files.
• Support emergency and time-critical procurement activities to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Support supplier sourcing and evaluation activities in accordance with company procedures.
• Support departmental requirements, special projects, and business initiatives as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and include HSE requirements in the tender process.
• Report accidents and near misses in accordance with defined safety procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 3-5 years of relevant experience in procurement, ideally within port, terminal, or similar operational environments. A strong understanding of procurement policies, tender processes, and supplier relationship management is essential.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Makkah, with responsibilities extending to operations in Jeddah and Makkah. The role requires active coordination across various internal departments and with external suppliers, operating within a dynamic port and terminal environment.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.