Full job description

Lootah Biofuels is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage supplier sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, tender coordination, and procurement documentation for fuels, feedstocks, chemicals, production materials, spare parts, and other operational requirements.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and strict adherence to procurement controls and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify qualified local and international suppliers.
• Obtain and compare a minimum of three competitive quotations where applicable.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, specification, delivery, reliability, and commercial terms.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, credit terms, and commercial conditions.
• Manage supplier registration and prequalification.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders and maintain complete procurement records.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Coordinate with Operations and Quality teams regarding specifications and material acceptance.
• Support electronic tender processes for large, high-value, strategic, or long-term purchases.
• Maintain alternative suppliers and avoid dependency on a single supplier.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company approval procedures and audit requirements.
• Follow up on rejected, delayed, or non-compliant materials with suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of procurement/purchasing experience.
• Experience in fuel, biofuel, chemicals, manufacturing, industrial, oil & gas, or similar sectors is preferred.
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, and supplier-management skills.
• Good knowledge of RFQs, quotation comparison, Purchase Orders, and tender processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Good command of English; Arabic is an advantage.

Work Location: In person