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Lead Procurement Engineer (Vacancy code- Procurement 007/2026)

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Role description

Position Overview/Scope of role:
The incumbent oversees the procurement of Technical materials, goods, works and services in order to provide effective and efficient services meeting the needs of EEIG Construction projects.
Top Roles and Responsibilities:
General
Lead in performing all Procurement duties for nominated purchase packages including formation and administration of the purchase order through bidder pre-qualification, Procurement Plan issue, Approval to Tender (ATT), Invitation to Tender (ITT), tender evaluation, award and recommendation, and monitoring of performance of suppliers. This includes general purchase order administration, invoice verification, management of change, resolution of claims, resolution of back charges and purchase order close out.
Compile Technical assessment reports on suppliers’/subcontractors’ performance evaluations, procedural challenges on the Procurement CSP guideline that require revisions or corrections, real-time industry market activities – new type of supplies in the market, market study, follow-up with new/updated regulations relevant to construction procurement etc. - which result in the best “value for money” for EEC Construction and report to Procurement Manager for discussion.
Contribute to ensuring that the required Procurement procedures of EEC Construction are followed including maintaining the necessary files as required.
Review the approval of documentation are in accordance with the company’s Delegation of Authority (DOA).
Workload planning.
Report on the progress activities of the nominated purchase package – .i.e. the technical materials, equipment and construction works part - of the Procurement Schedule  to the Procurement Manager per agreed schedule.
Represent Procurement Manager with client and in management meetings as required.
Provide commercial advice on procurement matters for requisitioning departments and/or project managers on-site.
Specific Responsibilities:
Comply with Company and Project purchasing policies and procedures and act within limits of delegated authority.
Work with engineering, planning, project controls, expediting, Materials Control, HSE and quality to ensure specifications and material summitals of materials and equipment is provided on-time.
Liaise with relevant Senior Procurement staff as well as with the commercial department in compiling the overall suppliers/subcontractors assessment reports.
Identify, develop and propose sources, solicit suppliers, receive quotations and bids.  Undertake negotiation of orders, follow-up, schedule and expedite deliveries.
Monitor the timely delivery of required goods are ensured.
Secure and process necessary documentation to support the approval of supplier invoices as required by the purchase order.
Deliver quality services and demonstrate a commitment to understand and meet customer needs.
Demonstrate a visible and active commitment to ethical behavior and its associated requirements.
Travel as required, including travel related to projects and to maintain links with other project area offices of EEC Construction.
Act in the best interests of EEC Construction at all times.
Perform any other duties that are required from time to time.
Essential Skills and Experience Required:
B.S.c in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Purchasing & Supplies and/or related relevant fields.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience.
Demonstrated experience working IN a construction firm OR Experience working WITH affiliated organizations commissioning complex construction projects by hiring construction firms is an asset.
Experience working directly or indirectly with procurement department or team handling the supply needs for medium to large scale construction projects is an added advantage.
Experience working with relevant software solutions such as AutoCAD, Revit etc. is Mandatory.
Internationals experience OR working in an international organization in Ethiopia is an added advantage.
Critical criteria/Skill to be successful in this role:
High level of Integrity and authenticity (A person who is trusted by others and consistently honors their commitments).
Good Command of English language skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point).
Strategic Thinking
Strong Negotiation Skills
Relationship Management
Time Management skills
Change Positive
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
How To Apply
KEY NOTE BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE
Ensure you fulfill the minimum set requirement.
If you fulfill the above, then you are expected to submit through atteched link
https://application.eecproducts.com
.
All those that do not fulfill the above requirements will be rejected automatically.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Skills (mandatory):
Procurement and Supply Chain Management,
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