Procurement Specialist

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Project Overview:

Step into a career-defining opportunity with Bechtel as we launch our newest Energy office in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia – aiming for it to be an epicenter of innovation and engineering excellence in the region. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of a bold new chapter in Bechtel’s 80-year journey in the Kingdom. You will collaborate with global experts to deliver transformative oil, gas, chemical and New Energies projects that support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and shape the future of sustainable energy.

Whether you're an engineer, project manager, supply chain specialist or technical specialist, your contributions will help build a high-performance team from the ground up, with access to world-class tools, mentorship, and global execution networks. Be part of something extraordinary – where your work powers progress.

At Bechtel, we know that people like you deliver our customers’ projects with a purpose that create a lasting positive legacy in the communities where we live and work.  Just as we are committed to helping our customers achieve their visions, we are committed to offering the best people in the industry with rewarding, challenging, and flexible long-term careers.

When you join Bechtel, you will be a key part of the diverse team delivering these world-changing projects. As a resilient, well-established employer, we are currently seeking long-term career professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of Energy Transition, Decarbonization, eFuel, Hydrogen Value Chain, Oil and Gas and Petrochemical projects from studies, FEEDs, detailed designs and PMCs from our newly established Middle Eastern hub based in Al-Khobar.

As part of this team, you will commit to supporting the client's goals while promoting our values of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust, and collaboration guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will perform tasks involved in the formation and administration of purchase orders. You will prepare bidders’ lists, qualify bidders, form bid packages, issue bid requests, participate in negotiations, recommend commitments, secure approvals, communicate with suppliers and monitor supplier performance. Your efforts are to ensure potential and current suppliers comply with purchase order requirements and provide the required service and results to meet project needs. #LI-AR2

Major Responsibilities:

• Communicate with Engineering to assist and/or guide them in the preparation of requisitions for the procurement of services, materials and equipment and to achieve the understanding needed to process these requisitions
• Work with engineering, management and our supplier base to develop bidders lists for the applicable scope
• Form bid packages and issue bid requests; coordinate bidders’ questions; and receive bidder proposals
• Prepare Commercial Bid Summary and recommendations to award
• Prepare and commit purchase orders
• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to establish clear definition of requirements and to assure supplier performance to the obligations within the purchase order
• Identify, define, and secure agreement regarding purchase order changes
• Initiate and process purchase order revisions that establish scope and effects on cost and schedule of agreed upon changes
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation
• Support supplier qualification and audit processes as required
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards
• Assist in resolving invoice, delivery, and quality issues

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, construction management, supply chain management, or related field
• 6-9 years of relevant experience in supply chain and procurement related functions on large-scale EPC projects, preferably in the Energy industry
• Experience in Saudi Arabia is preferable

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Working knowledge of procurement processes, policies, and procedures
• Working knowledge of available suppliers that can support Energy projects in the region
• Familiarity with contract terms, commercial negotiation, and supplier management
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings
• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Understanding of international procurement and logistics (preferred for Energy projects)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills preferred

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.