Procurement Specialist â IoT Devices & Smart Technologies

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