Technical Procurement Section Head

1. Technical Procurement Operations

• Manage the procurement of technical equipment, mechanical & electrical spare parts, instrumentation, and maintenance materials for plant operations.
• Ensure timely availability of critical spare parts and equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Supervise the complete procurement cycle from purchase requisition to supplier selection, purchase order, delivery, and follow-up.

2. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and develop local and international suppliers of technical equipment and industrial spare parts.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Maintain approved supplier lists and conduct regular supplier performance evaluations.

3. Technical Equipment & Spare Parts

• Manage procurement of critical plant equipment and spare parts, including pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, bearings, piping & fittings, instrumentation, electrical components, and other industrial equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to understand technical requirements and ensure specification compliance.

4. Cost Control & Optimization

• Support cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
• Analyze procurement spend and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Monitor market trends related to industrial equipment and technical spare parts.

5. Contract & Compliance Management

• Assist in negotiating and managing procurement contracts and agreements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, safety, and quality requirements.

6. Team Leadership & Reporting

• Supervise and guide procurement officers and buyers.
• Monitor procurement KPIs, savings, supplier performance, and purchasing activities.
• Prepare regular procurement reports for management.
• Act as Procurement Manager delegate when required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 7–10 years of experience in Technical Procurement / Engineering Procurement.
• Proven experience in industrial, mining, metals, cement, or heavy manufacturing sectors.
• Strong experience in procurement of technical equipment, mechanical & electrical spare parts, instrumentation, and maintenance materials is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience in sourcing items such as pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, bearings, piping, instrumentation, and industrial equipment.
• Experience in local and international sourcing, supplier evaluation, and commercial negotiations.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, equipment requirements, and spare parts procurement.
• Previous experience in team supervision or leadership is preferred.
• Excellent command of English, with strong verbal and written communication skills, is required.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.