Project Procurement Manager

Conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution – BEUMER Group is a leader in the engineering and manufacturing of high-tech intra-logistic systems for global markets. Our employees differentiate themselves by their ability to provide innovative solutions to our customers that incorporates a high-level of industry knowledge and a strong commitment to consistently and continuously expand their skills and knowledge. We fully support these high standards through a supportive teamwork structure, a mutual respect, and a working culture based on trust that fosters stability and security for all of our employees. Our common goal is to implement outstanding and innovative projects worldwide.

A member of BEUMER Group, BEUMER Group Middle East companies, are strategically located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Doha, Qatar and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, making it a hub and supporting our other Group Companies around the world. We have more than 400 employees working in our various business segments such as Airport systems, Logistics and Customer Support in the Middle East.

The Project Procurement Manager (PPM) is the central point of contact between the project team and the procurement organization for all procurement-related matters across designated projects (A, B, C). Acting with a commercial and strategic mindset, the PPM ensures the alignment of project procurement activities with the overall project schedule, technical requirements, and contractual obligations. The role bridges operational execution and strategic sourcing, ensuring close coordination with relevant category managers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Procurement Leadership

• Serve as the procurement lead for multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring consistency, compliance, and value delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the primary procurement interface within the project team, coordinating closely with Project Managers, Technical Leads, Planners, the Scheduling Center, and Category Managers.
• Lead the development and execution of the Project Procurement Plan (PPP), aligned with project milestones and resource constraints.
• Organize and lead regular procurement meetings with project stakeholders to review procurement progress, risks, and action items.

2. Tendering & Contracting

• Manage end-to-end tender processes: RFQ preparation and issuance, bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, and contract or PO award.
• Ensure all Subcontracts and Purchase Orders incorporate key terms from the Main Contract, including scope, technical specifications, delivery timelines, warranty, documentation, invoicing, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure all procurement documentation is contractually robust and auditable.

3. Logistics and Delivery Coordination

• Define and implement the project-specific logistics strategy in coordination with the project team and Logistics department.
• Oversee shipment arrangements, delivery tracking, and interface with freight forwarders and customs agents where required.
• Ensure proactive coordination to avoid delays in customs clearance or on-site delivery.

4. Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Monitor supplier performance against defined project KPIs (quality, schedule adherence, responsiveness).
• Escalate deviations and support corrective actions in close cooperation with Category Managers and Quality Control.
• Ensure effective communication and alignment between category teams and project stakeholders, especially in cases of cross-project supplier engagement or shared sourcing.

5. Risk Mitigation & Claims

• Support the Project Manager in identifying procurement-related risks and developing mitigation measures.
• Ensure proper claim management processes are in place for any delays, non-conformities, or contractual disputes involving suppliers or subcontractors.
• Maintain project-level procurement documentation and contribute to project filing protocols.

6. Reporting & Transparency

• Ensure visibility of procurement performance and issues within the project team and toward the central procurement function.
• Facilitate accurate forecasting and demand planning with category teams to secure supplier capacity, cost predictability, and lead time compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a project-based or EPC environment.
• Solid knowledge of contract terms, negotiation techniques, and procurement practices.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure or airport projects is highly desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and familiarity with international sourcing and shipping procedures.
• Knowledge of local procurement regulations and Saudi localization policies is an advantage.
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and MS Office Suite is desirable.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an asset.

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