Procurement Specialist â IoT Devices & Smart Technologies
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Job Location:
Dammam - Saudi Arabia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Procurement Specialist IoT Devices & Smart Technologies
Dammam Saudi Arabia
Job Title: Procurement Specialist IoT Devices &Smart Technologies
Location: Dammam
Department: Procurement
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary
The Procurement Specialist willbe responsible for managing the sourcing negotiation and acquisition ofIoT-related hardware and components. The role is critical in ensuring thatcustomer-driven demand is met through timely procurement optimized costs andhigh-quality vendor relationships. You will work closely with cross-functionalteams including R&D engineering operations and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & SupplierManagement
Source and purchase IoThardware including microcontrollers sensors gateways smart helmetswearable tech MDVR units and wireless modules (BLE LoRa NB-IoT).
Identify qualify andonboard reliable suppliers OEMs and component manufacturers globally.
Manage end-to-endprocurement cycles from RFQ to PO to delivery.
Monitor supplier KPIs:on-time delivery (OTD) quality performance and responsiveness.
Demand Fulfillment &Forecasting
Collaborate with the Salesand Project Teams to translate customer orders and forecasts into procurementplans.
Plan material requirementsto support on-time project execution and avoid stockouts.
Establish safety stock andreorder points for high-demand products.
Technical &Engineering Coordination
Interpret technicalspecifications datasheets and BOMs in coordination with engineering teams.
Ensure compatibility ofsourced products with system requirements (e.g. communication protocols powerspecs).
Maintain awareness ofemerging IoT hardware trends and upgrades.
Contracting & Cost Optimization
Negotiate contractspricing delivery terms and payment conditions to secure favorable deals.
Optimize total landed costsincluding freight duties warehousing and handling.
Maintain documentation ofall procurement records for auditing and tracking purposes.
Systems & Reporting
Operate within an ERPsystem (preferably Odoo) to manage purchase orders inventory tracking andsupplier databases.
Prepare procurement reportsand dashboards highlighting variances in lead time cost and supply status.
Support compliance withimport/export regulations especially for electronics and communicationdevices.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain ManagementElectrical/Electronics Engineering Business Administration or a relatedfield.
Experience:
Minimum 35 years ofprocurement experience in IoT electronics or related technology sectors.
Proven experience insourcing from Asia (China Taiwan India) Europe or the US.
Familiarity with wirelesscommunication technologies (BLE LoRa Zigbee NB-IoT).
Experience dealing withcertifications like CE FCC CITC or equivalent.
Skills:
Strong negotiationanalytical and vendor management skills.
Ability to interprettechnical specifications and engineering documents.
Proficiency in Excel ERPplatforms (Odoo preferred) and supply chain analytics.
Excellent organizationaland multitasking abilities.
Strong written and verbalcommunication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
Preferred Certifications (Optional):
Certified Supply ChainProfessional (CSCP) APICS
Certified ProcurementProfessional (CPP) CIPS
PMP or equivalent projectcoordination exposure
Compensation &Benefits
Competitive salary based onexperience
Performance-based bonus
Annual leave medicalinsurance and travel allowance (if applicable)
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Employee Evaluation
- HR Sourcing
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- negotiation
- Contracts
