Procurement Engineer

JOB OBJECTIVE

STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with sales, support, and client representatives to determine the systems needed to complete projects according to specifications, research vendors for that equipment, then order it.
  
• Negotiates purchase agreements with vendors and award contracts to vendors for equipment.
  
• Monitors any adjustments to equipment needs to maintain the optimum supply of equipment based on availability and price to complete projects on time and on budget.
  
• Analyzes technical data and specifications to determine the equipment needed for projects.
  
• Evaluates equipment suppliers and negotiate purchasing agreements for equipment.
  
• Devises, implements, and oversees procurement strategies to meet cost savings targets.
  
• Administers supplier and vendor contracts.
  
• Ensures that purchases comply with technical, commercial, legal and contractual obligations.
  
• Manages inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
  
• Ensures responsible procurement practices meet company objectives and compliance requirements.
  
• Communicates with stakeholders regarding the nature and function of purchased equipment.
  
• Creates quotations for customers that detail pricing, delivery schedules, and other pertinent information about products or services.
  
• Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.
  

• Extensive knowledge of procurement and IT products and services
  
• Able to analyze technical documents and specifications to understand critical requirements
  
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
  
• Proactive and values teamwork and continuous learning
  
• Flexible and resilient, able to adjust operational exigencies
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration or any related courses
  
• Proven experience in procurement
  
• Valid UAE Driver’s License
  
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the IT Industry