Procurement Engineer

Job description

Matar Holding is seeking a highly motivated and experienced procurement engineer to manage procurement activities for Saudi Aramco and other oil & gas projects within our fabrication facility. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience procuring materials and services for the manufacturing of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, shell & tube heat exchangers, structural steel, process equipment, HVAC and piping systems in accordance with Saudi Aramco and international standards.

The procurement engineer will be responsible for the complete procurement cycle, including supplier sourcing, commercial negotiations, purchase order management, expediting, vendor evaluation, logistics coordination, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials required for production and project execution. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of the Saudi market, Aramco-approved suppliers, and fabrication industry procurement practices.

Should have hands-on experience in pressure vessel, heat exchanger, skids manufacturing companies.

Requirements

Procurement & sourcing

• Source and procure materials, equipment, and services for Saudi Aramco fabrication projects.
• Identify and develop reliable local and international suppliers.
• Obtain competitive quotations, perform commercial evaluations, and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with project specifications, Saudi Aramco requirements, and company procurement policies.

Material procurement

Responsible for procuring:

• Pressure vessel materials
• Heat exchanger components
• Shell & tube heat exchanger materials
• Structural steel
• Stainless steel and carbon steel plates
• Pipes, fittings, and flanges
• Valves and instrumentation items
• Welding consumables
• Fabrication tools and production consumables
• Mechanical equipment and spare parts
• Electrical and instrumentation materials

Vendor management

• Develop and maintain relationships with Aramco-approved vendors and manufacturers.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, pricing, and service.
• Conduct supplier audits and vendor qualification activities when required.
• Maintain an updated approved vendor list.

Project coordination

• Coordinate closely with engineering, QA/QC, planning, production, and project management teams.
• Review material requisitions (MR), bill of materials (BOM), and technical specifications.
• Monitor procurement schedules to ensure timely material availability.
• Expedite suppliers to prevent project delays.
• Resolve procurement-related technical and commercial issues.

Documentation & compliance

• Ensure procurement documentation is complete and traceable.
• Verify compliance with Saudi Aramco specifications such as SAMSS, IR Form, SAEP, inspection requirements, PIM, ASME codes, and project requirements.
• Coordinate material inspection, certification, and documentation before delivery.
• Maintain procurement reports and supplier performance records.

Cost control

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• Analyze market trends and recommend alternative suppliers or materials where appropriate.
• Support inventory optimization and procurement planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, supply chain, or a related field.
• Professional procurement certification is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience in the fabrication industry.
• Mandatory experience handling Saudi Aramco projects.