Job Description – SCM Procurement Engineer

Department: Supply Chain Management (SCM) – Procurement

Roles

1. Material Requirement & Planning
2. Vendor Identification & Development
3. RFQ (Request for Quotation)
4. Technical & Commercial Evaluation
5. Purchase Order (PO) Preparation & Release
6. Order Follow-up & Expediting
7. Material Quality Compliance
8. Logistics & Dispatch Coordination
9. Inventory Coordination
10. Cost Control & Procurement Optimization

Responsibilities

• Review Project BOQ, SOR, Purchase Requisition (PR), Approved Vendor List (AVL), and Project Schedule.
• Prepare Procurement Plan based on Project Priorities and Delivery Milestones.
• Identify Long Lead Items and initiate procurement activities accordingly.
• Coordinate with the Project Team to finalize procurement schedules.
• Monitor Procurement Progress against Project Milestones and ensure timely execution.
• Ensure Material Availability at site without affecting Project Execution.
• Float RFQs to approved vendors and obtain competitive quotations.
• Perform Technical & Commercial Evaluation in coordination with Engineering and Project Teams.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and commercial conditions with vendors.
• Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely manufacturing, inspection, dispatch, and delivery.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for material inspection, testing, and compliance.
• Coordinate with Logistics for transportation, dispatch, and delivery of materials.
• Work closely with Stores and Inventory teams for material receipt and stock availability.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain procurement documentation, vendor records, purchase order status, and procurement MIS.
• Support cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and vendor development.

Required Skills

Mechanical

• Knowledge of Piping Materials (CS, SS, GI, HDPE, CPVC, etc.)
• Understanding of Pipe Fittings, Flanges, Gaskets, Valves, and Fasteners.
• Pumps, Compressors, Pressure Vessels, and Pressure Equipment.
• Structural Steel and Mechanical Equipment Procurement.

Electrical

• Power, Control, and Instrumentation Cables.
• Switchgear (MCB, MCCB, ACB, VCB, Isolators).
• Cable Trays, Cable Glands, Cable Lugs, and Earthing Systems.
• Motors, Control Panels, MCC Panels, and Electrical Accessories.

Instrumentation

• Pressure, Temperature, Flow, and Level Instruments.
• Control Valves, Solenoid Valves, and Instrument Tubing.
• Gas Detection Systems.
• Fire & Gas Systems.
• Fire Alarm Systems (FACP, MCP, Detectors, Hooters, Beacons).
• Hazardous Area Instrumentation (Weatherproof & Explosion Proof).

Desired Competencies

• Strong Vendor Management and Negotiation Skills.
• Knowledge of Procurement Processes in EPC / Oil & Gas Projects.
• Ability to interpret BOQ, SOR, P&ID, GA Drawings, and Technical Specifications.
• Good communication and coordination skills with Project, Engineering, QA/QC, and Stores Teams.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP/SAP, and Procurement Documentation.
• Strong analytical, planning, and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work under project timelines and handle multiple procurement activities simultaneously.