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• Well studing of Specs, drawings, BOQ and send clarification on un clear issues .
• Propose materials source, suppliers and sub contractors which are in compliance with each project
requirements.
• Arrange and collect all materials and subcontractor submittals, samples and technical informations for taking approval before submitting to the Aramco for final approval .
• Follow up approval with the Aramco, reply on comments if any .
• Coordinate with suppliers and sub contractors for resubmitting after modifying Aramco comments .
• Issue purchase order and sub contractor agreement, being sure that the materials are from approved
source and comply with the project specs .
• Follow up on materials delivery

• Lead, manage & contribute to assigned projects
• Set the purchasing strategy for the assigned purchasing division
• Set the sourcing strategy for the assigned commodities.
• Prepare annual Budget actions for the assigned commodities in contribution to the Purchasing Budget
• Execute actions to achieve, secure and exceed the budgeted savings. Manage the team to identify additional backup actions to recover deviation vs budget
• Lead the team to negotiate prices and conditions with Suppliers
• Prepare and manage the 12 Month Cost saving Activity Plan
• Manage the team to develop and maintain a strong and reliable supplier’s base

• Review, monitor, evaluate and report on all consultant and contractor contracts, prepare all contracts and all contractual related documents and letters.
• Troubleshoot contract-related problems, such as breach of contract.
• Keep track of contracts and extend, renew, or close them out.
• Provide technical guidance to assigned personnel, and ensure proficiency and timelines of contract administration.
• Collaborate with Division and project management to ensure proper support in proposal preparation, as well as contract negotiations and administration.
• Review requests for proposals to identify risks and contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.
• Negotiate the more difficult, complex, or sensitive issues
• Provide responses to bids, proposals and contract negotiations.
• Develop a set of standard contracts for the company.
• Analyze all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Maintain a computer database for the company’s contract management system.
• Coordinate with the finance department to ensure correct billing and collection of contractual revenues.
• Prepare reports on the status of contracts for management.

• Act as single point of contact between the Procurement team and the Projects Execution team.
• Direct the Procurement team and work closely with the Project Managers to successfully plan and execute the Procurement scope within projects.
• Develop Projects Procurement Strategy aligned with overall Projects Execution Strategy.
• Provide advice, comment on procurement policies, procedures and compliance related issues; requested changes to terms and conditions; assist project staff with negotiating with subcontractors, suppliers/vendors.
• Assist in maintaining accurate vendor database (sub-contractors, suppliers); ensure database reflects latest information on pricing, delivery time and resources.
• Manage end-to-end RFP Process - from bid scoping, bid conditioning and evaluation (technical and commercial), shortlisting/selection to award.
• Carry out the evaluation and agreement on all Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, and Amendments to ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Responsible for planning, developing and buying materials and equipments in a timely and cost effective way; timely manner while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications..
• Identifiy long lead material and schedule purchase accordingly.
• Identifiy potential problems related to materials for the projects and recommend suitable remedial measures.

• Prepare the annual Technical Procurement budget plan and submit ito CEO for review and approve to incorporate it in the overall department budget.
• Develop and Implement policies and procedures to govern the procurement process for materials and services.
• Provide support to the department to identify, evaluate and select vendors.
• Prepare and update regularly the Preferred Suppliers list based on suppliers’ performance, reliability measures, and inputs from the Purchasing reports.
• Direct, manage and monitor negotiations with suppliers for requested materials and critical contracts, prices, credit terms and other conditions of the agreement with the necessary Departments.
• Communicate with Finance to ensure the most appropriate payment terms per supplier and ensures total compliance with all financial agreements to protect the company’s cash flow management.
• Liaise with the Legal team for approvals of contracts, tenders, and other documentation as well as escalating disputes in contract execution.
• Assesse alternative sources of materials procurement with regard to cost, quality, time-to-service, and credit facilities together with Department Heads.
• Contribute to the Tender Opening Committee to open the received tenders and coordinate with the concerned parties in tender evaluation on technical and commercial parameters.
• Conduct reference checks for new contractors and suppliers according to the defined prequalification criteria, and maintain the list of approved contractors and suppliers that comply with policies and procedures.

• Analyze all suppliers in order to select the most suitable suppliers who are able to deliver high quality
products at competitive pricing.
• Negotiate with suppliers on lead-time, cost and quality so as to obtain the maximum benefit for the company.
• Manage suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance, schedule and quality.
• Develop purchasing or sourcing strategies based on portfolio analyses and supplier preferencing study.
• Develop, implement and drive the procurement strategies in order to meet cost savings targets.
• Review and manage the supplier base to ensure consistency with the sourcing strategy.
• Perform regular performance review with suppliers to drive continuous improvements.
• Create monthly performance reviews and reports focusing on overall sourcing requirements.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliances in all the procurement transactions.
• Adopt appropriate supplier management methodologies and procurement strategies in purchasing to secure better prices.
• Train team on effective procurement processes and strategy.

Procurement Engineer
• Studing and compliling of BOQ, specs & specified vendor’s list for each item .
• Issue RFQ, receive bids and prepare comparison analysis sheet.
• Negotiate with suppliers & sub-contractors on price, delivery period and payment terms.
• Prepare purchase order terms and conditions .
• Arrange technical meetings between suppliers, Sub contractors and site engineers to solve any problem related to delivery, approvals and certifications issues.
• Collecting of perrforma invoice, discuss of incoterms with suppliers to arrange the LC facility.
• Follow with accounts for arrangement of LC facility for suppliers.
Senior Procurement & Contracts Engineer
• Well studing of Specs, drawings, BOQ and send clarification on un clear issues .
• Propose materials source, suppliers and sub contractors which are in compliance with each project requirements.
• Arrange and collect all materials and subcontractor submittals, samples and technical informations for taking approval before submitting to the owner for final approval .
• Follow up approval with the owner, reply on comments if any .
• Coordinate with suppliers and sub contractors for resubmitting after modifing owner comments .
• Issue purchase order and sub contractor aggrement, being sure that the materials are from approved source and comply with the project specs .
• Follow up on materials delivery
Procurement & Contracts Team Leader Engineer

• Manage complex bid process including vendors to be solicited, requests for proposals, evaluation of returned proposals, selection of vendors and award of contracts, ensure fair and open competition.
• Write and analyze complex requests for proposal and prepare recommendations that are legal, ethical and demonstrate best value to the organization.
• Coordinate with the Project Managers for completing the Procurement Schedule.
• Complete and update the Procurement Plan and ensure it is regularly updated.
• Coordinate and consolidate requests for permanent materials among multiple projects to negotiate the most advantageous terms
• Assist the manager in preparation of Reports and presentation of the procurement department reviews- " Annual Operational Reports", "Operating Budget" and agenda.

Head of Procurement and Contracts

• Manage the development of departmental objectives, policies and procedures pertaining to procurement.
• Manage the Procurement function ensuring that all procurement activities are completed in a timely manner and that all contracts are drafted in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws.
• Manage the overall performance of the Procurement team and the work delegation amongst the one team members.
• Plan annual budjet and procurement plan for all projects in the department .
• Control Procurement budget for all projects in the department .
• Provide top Management with regular reports on savings and opportunities obtained
• Resolve disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers
• Create and refine internal workflows and processes e.g. receiving request, placing orders, shipping and receiving items, system entries and etc.
• Monitor the preparation and issuance of RFPs and RFQs ensuring at all times that scope of works is detailed and in line with business requirements.
• Monitor payments of vendors, coordinating with accounts department to resolve payment issues.
• Review Contracts, negotiate prices and check on terms and conditions .
• Create and promote a safe working enviroment .

Projects: Golf Porto Marina
• Organization between structural elements, mechanical, electrical and plumbing utilities.
• Preparation of architectural proposals and sketches and providing details when required.
• Solving site problems by coordinating with site engineers.
• Surveying Quantities for civil & Architectural elements (P.C. & R.C. & other finishing materials).
• Quality control on materials required in site and approved samples of materials.