Procurement Specialist

About the role

KTC Solutions Philippines, Inc. is looking for a Procurement Specialist with an engineering background to support construction and engineering projects. The successful candidate will source technical materials, equipment, and services, evaluate supplier proposals, and ensure purchases meet project specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.

Key responsibilities

• Review purchase requests, engineering drawings, bills of quantities, and technical specifications to identify procurement requirements.
• Source and evaluate suppliers of construction materials, mechanical and electrical equipment, tools, and project services.
• Prepare requests for quotation and compare proposals based on technical compliance, quality, price, availability, and delivery terms.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, and site teams to clarify requirements and obtain approval for proposed alternatives.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and delivery schedules.
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain complete procurement records in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor orders and coordinate with suppliers, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Resolve shortages, incorrect deliveries, defective items, and warranty concerns.
• Maintain an updated supplier database and track supplier performance.
• Support cost-saving initiatives while meeting required quality and technical standards.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of quantities, and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and supplier markets.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using procurement or ERP systems.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple requirements and meet project deadlines.
• Engineering license and experience supporting military or international client projects are an advantage.