Summary
Yokogawa is hiring a Procurement Officer in Abu Dhabi to manage end-to-end procurement for projects and operational needs. The role covers sourcing, RFQs, technical and commercial evaluation, negotiations, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, and coordination with internal teams. Applicants should have an engineering bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of procurement experience; UAE/GCC project procurement experience is preferred, and CIPS or a similar qualification is an advantage. The role is open to UAE nationals only.
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Not just a job, but a career
Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.
Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.
About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.
Job Description:
Manage end-to-end procurement activities for project and product operational requirements, ensuring competitive sourcing, timely delivery, commercial compliance, and effective supplier management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle the full procurement cycle from PR, RFQ, technical/commercial evaluation, negotiation, PO placement, and supplier follow-up.
- Source and evaluate local and international suppliers.
- Review technical specifications, drawings, scope of work, and supplier offers in coordination with Engineering and Project teams
- Negotiate price, payment terms, delivery, Incoterms, warranty, and other commercial conditions.
- Support project teams in meeting procurement schedules, budgets, and delivery requirements.
- Manage PO amendments, expediting, supplier delays, and commercial issues.
- Monitor supplier performance and support supplier qualification and development.
- Hands on knowledge of local E-invoicing & ECAS regulations.
- Identify cost-saving and alternative sourcing opportunities.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, approval requirements, contracts, and audit controls.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Logistics, Finance, Quality, and other internal stakeholders.
Qualification & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering – preferably Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline, 5–7 years of procurement experience, preferably in Oil & Gas, EPC, automation, engineering, or manufacturing.
- Strong project procurement experience within UAE/GCC preferred.
- CIPS or similar professional qualification is an advantage.
Key Skills:
- Strong technical understanding of engineering materials, equipment, and specifications.
- Project procurement and supplier management.
- RFQ and commercial evaluation.
- Contract and Incoterms knowledge.
- Cost analysis and price benchmarking.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills.
- Good communication skills.
Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.
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