ProductLife Group is looking for a Proposal & Strategic Procurement Engineer to join our dynamic team to contribute to the activities performed in the Hub.
The incumbent should be a Technical professional with proven experience in technical and commercial activities, including engineering procurement, vendor management, and strategic sourcing coordination.
Responsible for the integrated development of engineering proposals and the coordination of procurement activities and external design partners across both the tendering and project execution phases.
Acts as the central point of reference for technical scope definition, supply chain engagement, and subcontractor management, ensuring consistency and control from the initial enquiry through to project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Management and coordination of engineering activities
- Conceptual Design and design coordination
- Building construction and technical oversight
- Management of timelines, costs, and resources
- Coordination of internal teams, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders
- Monitoring project progress, risks, and issues resolution
- Management of contracts, procurement processes, and project documentation
- Vendor management and strategic sourcing activities
- Preparation and development of technical and commercial proposals
- Maintenance of reusable technical content, reference cases, and standard templates.
- Scouting and evaluation of new engineering projects opportunities
Education & Experience:
- Engineering degree (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Chemical, Process, Industrial)
- Minimum 5+ years of experience
- Proven experience in technical and commercial activities, including engineering procurement, vendor management, and strategic sourcing coordination.
- Familiarity with procurement processes, subcontract management, vendor evaluation and contract delivery models.
- Experience in analyzing and interpreting client specifications, functional requirements, and tender documentation.
- Ability to define the technical scope of the proposed solution in collaboration with internal engineers.
- Maintaining vendor and subcontractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Design coordination and project execution
- Building construction/validation
- Proven experience in managing construction or works projects
- Experience in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
- Hands-on experience with site supervision and contractor coordination
- Experience in contract administration and procurement
- Experience working with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders
- Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
Technical Skills:
- Pharmaceutical Building Construction, engineering systems and site operations.
- HVAC systems design
- Construction project planning and scheduling
- Work site management
- Site and contractor management
- Project management
- Budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting
- Knowledge of construction methods and materials
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) compliance
Additional Skills/Experience:
- Experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or regulated environments
- Validation of HVAC system
- Experience in tendering, technical proposal preparation, and bid coordination
- Familiarity with international projects and multicultural environments
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Risk assessment and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in project management and reporting tools
- Availability for site visits and occasional travel