Procurement Officer - Piling Industry Experience

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer with strong experience in the piling, foundation, or heavy construction industry. The candidate will be responsible for managing the complete procurement function, including sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, purchasing, cost control, and timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services required for piling and foundation projects. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement procurement strategies in line with project and company requirements. • Manage the end-to-end procurement process for piling and foundation projects. • Source and evaluate suppliers, subcontractors, manufacturers, and service providers. • Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, contracts, and commercial conditions. • Procure piling materials, reinforcement steel, cement, concrete, bentonite, drilling consumables, casing pipes, steel pipes, welding materials, tools, spare parts, and other construction materials. • Coordinate procurement of piling machinery, drilling rigs, cranes, excavators, generators, pumps, and related equipment/spare parts. • Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Stores, Finance, and Engineering teams. • Review material requisitions, specifications, BOQs, technical requirements, and project schedules before placing purchase orders. • Ensure materials and equipment are delivered to project sites within the required timelines. • Monitor market prices and identify cost-saving and alternative sourcing opportunities. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers. • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, price, delivery, and reliability. • Prepare and manage purchase orders, contracts, and procurement documentation. • Maintain an updated supplier/vendor database and approved supplier list. • Ensure all purchased materials comply with project specifications and quality standards. • Coordinate with the logistics and warehouse teams for delivery and stock requirements. • Monitor outstanding purchase orders and follow up on delayed deliveries. • Support project teams in resolving material shortages, delivery issues, and supplier disputes. • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project requirements, and applicable UAE regulations. • Prepare procurement reports, cost comparisons, supplier evaluations, and management reports. • Lead and supervise the procurement team and ensure efficient workflow. Required Experience & Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. • 6+ years of procurement experience, preferably within the piling, foundation, geotechnical, or heavy construction industry. • Strong knowledge of piling materials, equipment, machinery, consumables, and spare parts. • Proven experience dealing with suppliers, subcontractors, and manufacturers. • Strong negotiation, commercial, analytical, and vendor-management skills. • Good knowledge of UAE/GCC construction material and equipment markets. • Experience in managing multiple project procurement requirements simultaneously. • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/procurement systems. • Strong communication and coordination skills. • UAE/GCC experience is preferred.