Procurement Engineer (Heavy Industry)
Job Description:
Our client is a prominent provider of industrial solutions to the heavy industries sector
Position: Procurement Engineer
Type of Hiring: Permanent
Working: 5 Days/Week (Monday - Friday)
Location: Bangkok (Near BTS)
Starting Date: ASAP
Responsibilities:
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:
- Identify and evaluate reliable suppliers and vendors for materials, equipment, and services required for engineering and industrial projects.
- Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines, quality standards, and cost targets.
Supplier Relationship Management:
- Establish and maintain long-term relationships with key suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery schedules.
- Resolve any issues or disputes with vendors proactively.
Contract Management & Negotiation:
- Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, purchase agreements, and service-level agreements.
- Ensure terms and conditions comply with legal and corporate policies.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project management teams to define technical specifications and procurement strategies.
- Support internal stakeholders with technical evaluations and procurement planning.
Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation
- Analyze procurement data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain continuity.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including RFQs, POs, invoices, and delivery receipts.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
Project Support:
- Participate in project meetings to provide procurement input.
- Track procurement status and update stakeholders regularly.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
- 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, ideally within the heavy industry, engineering, or industrial solutions sector.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale technical procurement and vendor negotiations.
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement software.
- Familiar with contract law and commercial terms.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of international procurement practices is an advantage.
- Good command of English.
Required Skills:
ERP Safety Regulations Compliance Collaboration Operations Mitigation Contract Management SAP Hiring Sourcing Timelines Supply Optimization Interpersonal Skills Specifications Procurement Oracle Regulations Negotiation Records Vendors Materials Suppliers Pressure Documentation Software Planning Engineering Project Management English Communication Management