About the Lead Procurement Role

EHIF is seeking a Lead Procurement Coordinator to support its Projects business. This full-time position will be instrumental in the development of a new gold mine and processing facility situated in a remote location in Saudi Arabia. Wood is a global consulting and engineering company with operations in 45 countries, employing approximately 25,000 people.

Key Responsibilities

The Lead Procurement Coordinator will be responsible for a range of critical procurement activities, including:

• Reviewing and assessing the EPCM contractor’s procurement plans, material requisitions, and procurement schedules.
• Coordinating the technical evaluation of vendor proposals, including bid tabulations (TBE), vendor selection processes, and commercial bid evaluations (CBE).
• Reviewing and validating purchase orders (POs), vendor documentation, logistics strategies, and quality assurance processes.
• Participating in and coordinating factory acceptance tests (FATs), vendor inspections, and expediting activities.
• Supporting the management of long-lead items, equipment tracking, and the resolution of vendor-related issues.
• Collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure the timely and accurate integration of vendor data into project deliverables.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A strong understanding of key contracting principles, supported by relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams, where applicable.
• Expert knowledge of contract terms, principles, and the development and implementation of contracting policies.
• Solid awareness of corporate and project procedures, as well as client contract structures and policies.
• Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Mining, Oil & Gas, EPC, or EPCM environments.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience.

Work Environment and Location

This full-time position is based at a remote site in Saudi Arabia, supporting the development of a new gold mine and processing facility. EHIF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to Saudi nationals. Salary information is not disclosed.