Procurement Engineer

Job Title: Procurement Engineer

Company: Desert Man Transporting and Contracting
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Desert Man Transporting and Contracting is looking for a Procurement Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities, sourcing materials and equipment, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring that all purchased items meet the required technical and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle the procurement of materials, equipment, spare parts, tools, and other project requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, review quotations, and conduct technical and commercial comparisons.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding prices, specifications, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and material requirements to ensure compliance.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions with suppliers.
• Prepare purchase orders and follow up on orders until delivery.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure timely procurement.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and product quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and documentation.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project requirements, and applicable UAE standards.
• Source alternative materials and suppliers when required to maintain cost efficiency and project schedules.
• Assist in maintaining proper inventory levels and avoiding delays due to material shortages.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably within construction, contracting, transportation, or engineering companies in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier evaluation, RFQs, quotations, and purchase orders.
• Good understanding of engineering materials, equipment, spare parts, and technical specifications.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to compare technical and commercial offers and prepare clear procurement reports.
• Good knowledge of the UAE supplier and market environment is an advantage.
• UAE driving license is an advantage.

Preferred Candidate

• Candidates currently based in the UAE are preferred.
• Candidates with experience in contracting, construction, transportation, fleet, or heavy equipment procurement will be highly considered.
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably within construction, contracting, transportation, or engineering companies in the UAE.