Procurement Engineer

Role Overview

Procurement Engineer at Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory, a subsidiary of Ali & Sons Holding LLC, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (ASMEF) is a leading provider of engineering, fabrication, construction, and ship repair services for the oil & gas and marine sectors. The company is committed to delivering high-quality projects through efficient supply chain management and strategic procurement.

Role Purpose

Manage end-to-end procurement activities for ship repair, fabrication, and engineering projects. The role ensures timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and equipment while maintaining compliance with quality, budget, and project requirements through supplier evaluation, negotiation, and coordination with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement

• Source and procure materials, equipment, and services required for ship repair, maintenance, fabrication, and new build projects.
• Review technical specifications and engineering requirements to ensure accurate procurement of materials and equipment.
• Prepare cost estimates and procurement inputs to support project planning, budgeting, and commercial activities.

Supplier Management

• Evaluate, qualify, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery performance, and technical capability.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and strategic vendors to support long-term business objectives.
• Maintain and continuously update the Approved Vendor List (AVL) for ongoing and future projects.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required to improve quality and delivery performance.

Commercial & Negotiation

• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective procurement solutions.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier development, and value engineering.
• Provide technical and commercial procurement support throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all purchased materials meet applicable quality standards, client specifications, statutory regulations, and company procedures.
• Participate in technical evaluation of materials and identify procurement risks that may impact project execution.
• Support audits by maintaining complete procurement records and ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Coordination & Logistics

• Coordinate with Engineering, QA/QC, Project Management, and Production teams to ensure procured items comply with technical specifications and project requirements.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials to support project schedules and operational requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment of critical materials to prevent operational delays.
• Coordinate logistics activities, including material deliveries, shipment tracking, and transportation planning.
• Handle import/export documentation, customs clearance, and international shipping requirements where applicable.

Budget & Documentation

• Monitor procurement budgets and ensure purchases remain within approved cost limits.
• Prepare, review, and maintain purchase orders, procurement reports, supplier records, and procurement documentation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Stores, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted project execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience within Oil & Gas, Marine, Shipyard, EPC, or Heavy Engineering industries.
• Strong understanding of technical procurement, engineering materials, supplier evaluation, contract management, and procurement best practices.
• Sound knowledge of procurement processes, international sourcing, import/export procedures, logistics coordination, supplier performance management, quality standards, and contract administration.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and commercial evaluation skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, Oracle, Sage X, or other ERP systems.
• Fluent in English.