Procurement Officer

At Arabian Construction Company (ACC), effective procurement management and strategic sourcing are essential to ensuring the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services while maintaining quality standards and project budgets. We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join our team and support procurement operations, supplier coordination, purchasing activities, and material sourcing for our construction projects. If you have strong negotiation and communication skills, a solid understanding of procurement processes and supply chain management, and a proactive approach to achieving cost efficiency while ensuring timely procurement and compliance with project requirements, we invite you to be part of ACC’s legacy of engineering excellence. What You’ll Achieve Procurement & Purchasing Operations
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities in accordance with company policies, project requirements, and approved procurement procedures.
• Receive and review purchase requests from project teams and ensure that all requirements are clearly defined before initiating procurement activities.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) to potential suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain, review, and compare supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and compliance with technical specifications.
• Prepare purchase orders and follow up on their approval and issuance to ensure timely procurement of required materials and services.
• Ensure that all purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with approved budgets and project schedules. Supplier Management & Negotiation
• Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors to support project procurement requirements.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions to achieve the best value for the company.
• Evaluate supplier offers based on pricing, quality, delivery capabilities, and compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain an updated database of approved suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to delivery delays, quality, or contractual commitments.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable and continuous supply. Project Coordination & Material Follow-up
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, technical office teams, and other departments to identify and prioritize procurement requirements.
• Follow up on material delivery schedules to ensure that required materials are available in line with project execution plans.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding material availability, delivery dates, and order status.
• Ensure that procured materials comply with approved material submittals, technical specifications, and project requirements.
• Communicate potential procurement delays or supply chain challenges to the relevant departments and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the warehouse and site teams to ensure proper receipt and delivery of purchased materials. Documentation & Cost Control
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase requests, RFQs, comparative statements, purchase orders, and supplier quotations.
• Prepare and maintain procurement reports, purchasing logs, and supplier evaluation records.
• Monitor procurement costs and support cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or project requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of all procurement transactions in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow up on purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, and other relevant procurement documents.
• Support the procurement team in tracking purchasing activities, identifying cost variations, and maintaining procurement transparency. Qualifications
• 1–3 years of experience in a similar Procurement position, preferably within the construction industry.
• Good understanding of procurement processes, purchasing procedures, supplier evaluation, and supply chain management.
• Experience in preparing RFQs, comparing quotations, negotiating prices, and issuing purchase orders.
• Familiarity with construction materials, technical specifications, and project procurement requirements is an advantage.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; familiarity with ERP or procurement management systems is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and ability to work effectively under pressure. Why Join ACC? Joining ACC means being part of a forward-thinking, collaborative environment where your procurement expertise and negotiation skills will contribute to delivering complex and impactful construction projects across the region. We value professional growth, continuous learning, efficiency, and a culture of engineering excellence.