Engineer Procurement Mechanical

About the Role

Al-Ayuni Investment and Contracting Company is seeking an Engineer Procurement Mechanical to join their team in Riyadh, Riyadh. This full-time role involves supporting and executing procurement activities for mechanical materials, equipment, and services, ensuring compliance with project requirements, specifications, budgets, and company procedures. The position requires 5-10 years of experience in a relevant field.

Job Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to manage supplier coordination, technical evaluation, and purchasing activities for mechanical items. The Engineer Procurement Mechanical will ensure the timely delivery of necessary materials and equipment to support project execution, adhering to approved specifications and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for mechanical materials, equipment, and related services.
• Review purchase requisitions, specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), drawings, and project requirements.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to approved suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain and evaluate commercial and technical quotations, preparing bid comparison sheets and procurement recommendations.
• Negotiate prices, delivery schedules, payment terms, and commercial conditions with suppliers.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure compliance with approved procurement procedures, following up to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, Commercial, and Project teams to clarify technical and procurement requirements.
• Review technical submittals, datasheets, and supplier documentation, ensuring compliance with project specifications and approved standards.
• Support the resolution of technical and commercial issues with suppliers and monitor supplier performance and delivery commitments.
• Monitor procurement costs against approved budgets, support cost-saving initiatives, and prepare procurement status reports.
• Coordinate with site and project teams to ensure material availability according to construction schedules and assist with resolving material shortages and delays.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical procurement or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage procurement activities for mechanical materials and equipment.
• Experience in technical evaluation of quotations and supplier documentation.
• Proficiency in preparing purchase orders and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong understanding of project requirements, specifications, and procurement procedures.

Technical Coordination and Support

The role requires close collaboration with various internal teams to ensure technical alignment and smooth project execution. This includes reviewing technical documentation, resolving issues with suppliers, and ensuring all purchased items meet stringent project standards. The Engineer will also support expediting, inspection, and delivery activities, and assist in project close-out by ensuring proper documentation.

Reporting and Documentation

Maintaining accurate records is a key aspect of this position. The Engineer Procurement Mechanical will be responsible for preparing procurement status reports, trackers, and dashboards. This includes maintaining detailed records of RFQs, quotations, purchase orders, deliveries, and all supplier correspondence to ensure transparency and accountability.