Sourcing officer - Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers of mechanical equipment, spare parts, and related services.

• Maintain and develop vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.

• Review and analyze purchase requisitions for mechanical-related items.

• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate bids, negotiate prices, and place purchase orders in line with technical specifications and quality standards.

• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and maintenance teams to clarify technical requirements and resolve ambiguities with suppliers or internal stakeholders.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier performance data.

• Address delivery delays, quality issues, and other supplier-related problems, coordinating corrective actions as needed.

• Responsible for SLA development, category and supplier portfolio management, and SKU rationalization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the mechanical equipment or manufacturing sector.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, spare parts, and technical specifications

• Understands mechanical components, technical drawings, specifications, and industrial standards.

• Understands commercial terms (e.g., Incoterms, payment terms) and basic legal aspects of procurement contracts.

• Experience in vendor evaluation, price negotiation, and contract management.

• Good understanding of procurement processes, policies, and compliance requirements.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.