Senior Procurement Engineer
About the role
Job Summary
The Senior Procurement Engineer is responsible for the procurement or purchasing of technical goods and services of operation. Evaluates new and existing suppliers and negotiate purchase agreements with them. This position ensures that purchased goods and services are delivered in a timely manner.
Job Responsibilities 1
1. Full Procurement Cycle
Execute the full procurement cycle for assigned EPC Oil & Gas packages, from requisition review through RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, PO placement, post-award activities and delivery. Ensure procurement activities meet technical, quality, budget and schedule requirements.
2. Procurement Readiness Review
Review specifications, datasheets, drawings and material take-offs to confirm procurement readiness. Coordinate technical clarifications with Engineering before RFQ issuance and ensure suppliers receive complete technical, quantity and delivery requirements.
3. RFQ and Bid Evaluation
Prepare and issue RFQs to qualified suppliers and coordinate technical and commercial bid evaluations. Consolidate clarifications and prepare recommendations supporting supplier selection and purchase decisions.
4. Supplier Negotiation and Placement
Lead supplier clarifications and commercial negotiations for equipment, materials and services. Resolve technical-commercial issues and support timely PO placement with agreed scope, price, delivery and contractual terms.
5. Equipment, Materials and Services Procurement
Manage procurement of engineered, rotating and static equipment, process packages, mechanical and E&I materials, structural steel and subcontract services. Ensure compliance with approved technical requirements, budget and project schedule.
6. Supplier Progress and Delivery
Monitor manufacturing progress, inspections, FAT and delivery commitments after PO placement. Coordinate with Expediting, QA/QC and Logistics, follow up delays and take actions to protect the project schedule.
7. Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate with Engineering, QA/QC, Construction, Logistics, Expediting and Project Controls throughout the procurement lifecycle. Resolve interfaces and ensure technical reviews, inspections and delivery requirements remain aligned.
8. Procurement Risk Management
Identify procurement risks affecting cost, quality or schedule. Coordinate mitigation actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders, monitor progress and escalate critical concerns when required.
9. Vendor Qualification and Sourcing
Support vendor qualification, registration, market intelligence and alternative sourcing. Develop a competitive supplier base that meets project requirements and reduces sourcing constraints.
10. Compliance, Records and Mentoring
Follow company procurement procedures, HSE requirements and contractual obligations. Maintain procurement records, reports and ERP updates. Mentor procurement personnel, including the Senior Expeditor, and support continuous improvement.
11. Post-Award Process
Monitor manufacturing against agreed schedules and milestones. Manage VDRL compliance and supplier documentation. Coordinate inspections, quality plans and third-party audits including API, DNV, ABS and regulatory requirements. Oversee FAT, NCRs, deviations, certifications and document turnover. Manage procurement risks and ensure supplier performance and contractual compliance.
Job Responsibilities 2
Additional Responsibilities 3
Job Knowledge & Skills
1. Technical and Commercial Procurement
Applies integrated technical and commercial judgement throughout procurement of engineered equipment, process packages, mechanical materials, E&I materials, structural steel and subcontract services. Ensures that sourcing and award decisions remain consistent with approved specifications, quality standards, budget requirements and delivery commitments.
2. Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
Supports vendor qualification, registration, market intelligence and alternative sourcing to maintain access to capable and competitive suppliers. Manages supplier engagement professionally, follows through on commitments and contributes to supply options that reduce sourcing constraints and support project execution.
3. Bid Evaluation and Contract Administration
Prepares RFQs, coordinates technical and commercial evaluations, consolidates supplier clarifications and develops recommendation reports. Leads assigned negotiations and supports purchase-order placement with clear scope, pricing, delivery, quality and contractual requirements, then maintains appropriate records throughout execution.
4. Procurement Planning and Risk Management
Plans procurement actions for assigned packages against project schedules and required delivery dates. Identifies risks affecting cost, quality or schedule, coordinates mitigation with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and escalates material concerns when intervention is required to protect project outcomes.
5. Supply Chain and Stakeholder Coordination
Coordinates effectively with Engineering, QA/QC, Construction, Logistics, Expediting, Project Controls and suppliers across the procurement lifecycle. Maintains alignment on technical reviews, inspection readiness, delivery planning and site requirements while providing accurate status and supporting timely issue resolution.
Job Experience
Relevant Professional Experience
Minimum 8 years of procurement experience in EPC - Oil & Gas projects.
Industry Experience
Proven experience sourcing engineered equipment, process packages, mechanical materials, E&I materials and subcontract services.
Leadership / Supervisory Experience
Experience mentoring procurement personnel, including expediting support.
Complexity & Scale Experience
Experience managing multiple equipment, material and subcontract-service packages across EPC project interfaces.
Strategic / Specialized Experience
Strong knowledge of procurement, supplier management and international sourcing.