About the Procurement Manager Role

Abdullah A. Al-Barrak & Son Co. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement activities for EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects. This full-time position is based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, and is crucial for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of all necessary materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.

Role Purpose and Scope

The Procurement Manager will oversee the entire procurement cycle, from vendor pre-qualification and bid evaluation to negotiation and contract award. This role ensures alignment with project specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules, working closely with Engineering, Project Controls, and QA/QC teams. A key focus is securing long-lead items and critical equipment without compromising project timelines, while managing a procurement team and vendor base capable of supporting large-scale project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage relationships with cost-effective, quality suppliers; initiate new business partnerships.
• Lead final-stage negotiations to secure optimal pricing and terms.
• Ensure timely delivery of requested materials in the correct quantity and quality.
• Review and verify purchase orders, credit memos, contracts, and related procurement documents; identify risks in advance and recommend or make changes in the company's interest.
• Allocate responsibilities among the procurement team to achieve maximum results.
• Examine and reevaluate existing contracts and credit applications on an ongoing basis.
• Work closely with other divisions on project quotation preparation, applying procurement expertise to support profitability.
• Track and report key functional metrics (*, cost savings, PO cycle time, supplier on-time delivery) to reduce expenses.
• Anticipate shifts in supplier and client negotiating leverage and adjust sourcing strategy accordingly.
• Control procurement spends and build a culture of long-term cost savings.
• Manage and progress documentation required for clearing items from port without delay.
• Recommend suitable substitutes when requested items cannot be sourced within the required timeframe.
• Ensure company-wide adherence to procurement policy.
• Review, update, and maintain purchase orders through to closure.
• Ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements and contracts; report non-conformances.
• Lead resolution of reception and invoice discrepancies together with finance and logistics staff.
• Update and amend procurement policy in line with emerging risks and industry trends.
• Redesign and update procurement forms, templates, and the standard suite of contracts as needed.
• Ensure delegation of authorities is followed properly across the procurement function.
• Register new suppliers and maintain an up-to-date approved supplier list.
• Ensure no conflict of interest arises in the execution of procurement activities.
• Prepare service level agreements (SLAs) with supporting departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive procurement and business information.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience working as a Procurement Manager in a reputed EPC company. Saudi Aramco project experience is preferred.
• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc) or any relevant graduation. An MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics is a plus.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Proven leadership skills in managing and developing a procurement team.
• Analytical proficiency for tracking metrics and driving cost reduction initiatives.
• In-depth understanding of procurement policies, contracts, and documentation.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, operating within a dynamic environment focused on large-scale EPC projects.