Procurement Engineer

Procurement Engineer - Ras Al Khaimah

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf GCC could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 42,000 team members in 96 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf GCC is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a heritage in Gypsum manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 96 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team mate to join us in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE as Procurement Engineer.

Can you say ‘yes’?

Do you treat your colleagues with respect?

Do you always have the customer in mind?

Do you act with future generations in mind?

Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?

Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?

What You’ll Be Doing

We are seeking a motivated Procurement Engineer to oversee Indirect Materials & Services across the UAE and Oman. The role will encompass responsibility for the following tasks:

Sourcing And Vendor Management

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for indirect materials/service, spare parts, and other plant & Quarry needs.
• Conduct market research to identify competitive pricing and sourcing options.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and delivery terms.
• Carrying out the contract management process in coordination with the other department.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed metrics (quality, delivery, cost) and address any issues.
• Creating action plans for suppliers by making periodic supplier evaluations.

Purchase Order Management

• Generate and process purchase orders based on plant & Quarry production requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of goods by tracking purchase orders and communicating with suppliers.

Cost Optimization

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier negotiations, volume discounts, and alternative sourcing strategies.
• Analyse spending data to identify areas for cost reduction.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and track their impact.
• Taking an active role in continuous improvement projects.

Quality Control

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance team to ensure procured materials meet quality standards.
• Implement quality checks on incoming deliveries.
• Address quality issues with suppliers promptly.

Compliance And Reporting

• Adhere to company procurement policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Generate regular reports on procurement activity, including cost analysis and savings achieved.
• Contributing to the preparation of annual operational and investment budgets.

What We’d Love For You To Have

We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you. If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering degree is preferred).
• Min. 5-years-experience.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Good command of MS Office Applications and ERP systems, SAP knowledge will be plus.
• Problem solving and decision-making skill.
• Being strong communicator and having good negotiating skills.
• Analytical thinking, result and quality-oriented approach and good interpersonal skills.

We’ll Provide

• A competitive salary
• Benefits

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within 10 working days.