Mechanical Procurement Engineer

Job Description : PROCUREMENT ENGINEER, MECHANICAL FOR SOUTH AFRICA BE / B tech - Mechanical Engineering Experience Years in the Engineering / EPC business, much of which has been in procurement/Sourcing & vendor development in China, Engineering/ EPC industry with experience in engineering or estimating purchasing with a building envelope firm in EPC/ Engineering in China Main Duties : - The main purpose of the Procurement Engineer will be to lead efforts in exploring, initiating, developing, and validating opportunities in vendor development, quality improvements and cost savings and other sourcing related opportunities. - The individual in this role will act as the technical interface between suppliers and Project Managers to determine new and alternate sources. 1) Continuous involvement in the Supplier Selection Process to develop a supply base that provides competitive advantage in quality, value/cost, delivery and technology. 2) With particular focus on construction/ Project management, review supplier's processes and identify improvement opportunities in processes and systems at supplier locations to improve quality, cost and flow of supplied materials throughout the entire supply chain. 3) Work with Project Team to ensure the integrity and clarity of engineering drawing requirements and that all expectations are communicated effectively to supporting suppliers. 4) Use project management skills and tools to investigate alternatives for reduced cost or improved quality and reliability 5) Conduct supplier system and process audits in compliance with MES supplier performance and monitoring goals and objectives 6) Liaise with suppliers on delivery schedule so as to ensure on-time deliveries. 7) Maintain and implement construction proforma / budget for each project 8) Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers 9) Issue purchase orders for procurement and expedition of materials and equipment for jobs 10) Ensure compliance to project budgets and provide analysis of deviations 11) Ensure accurate takeoffs to ensure budgets are accurate 12) Handle change order requests 13) Forecast upcoming demand

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