JOB DETAILS
Job Title:Procurement Senior Engineer.
Sector/Business Line: ElSewedy Electric T&D.
Scope: Transmission & distribution.
Department: Supply Chain.
Job Location: Cairo, Egypt.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for electrical engineering projects.
- Conduct market research to identify cost-effective and high-quality suppliers.
- Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure optimal cost savings and quality.
- Source electrical components and materials as per project specifications and timelines.
- Ensure timely procurement to avoid project delays.
- Prepare and manage procurement budgets.
- Analyze and report on cost-saving opportunities and ensure adherence to financial targets.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance.
- Work closely with project managers, design teams, and site engineers to understand project requirements.
- Align procurement schedules with project timelines and milestones.
- Review technical specifications and drawings to ensure materials meet required standards.
- Collaborate with the quality assurance team for material inspections and approvals.
- Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
- Address and resolve supplier-related issues to maintain seamless operations.
- Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans.
- Manage shortages, delays, or quality issues efficiently.
- Generate regular reports on procurement performance, savings, and supplier compliance.
- Use data-driven insights to improve procurement efficiency.
- Stay updated on market trends and new technologies in electrical engineering.
- Implement innovative procurement solutions to enhance processes and outcomes.
Direct Manager: Procurement Commodity Manager.
Education Background:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
Qualification:
- Minimum 5 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the electrical, construction, or manufacturing industries.
- A master's degree or relevant certifications in supply chain management or procurement is an advantage.
- Proven expertise in sourcing, negotiating, and managing contracts with suppliers for electrical components, systems, and related materials.
- Experience in vendor identification, evaluation, and relationship management.
- Track record of developing supplier partnerships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
- Experience in coordinating procurement activities with project teams to meet technical specifications and project schedules.
- Ability to handle procurement for multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
Technical Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and materials.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards to ensure compliance in procurement activities.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting.
