About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered how a smooth-running construction project stays on schedule and within budget? Hint: it all starts with the right materials at the right time. We're looking for a dedicated Procurement Officer (MEP – Electrical & Plumbing) who thrives in the organized chaos of job sites and supplier negotiations. If you love the challenge of finding high-quality materials and building strong vendor relationships, this could be your next big step.
About the Company
We’re a tight-knit construction specialist focused on what most folks take for granted—the power that lights the building, and the plumbing that keeps everything flowing. Our projects span commercial and residential spaces, each with its quirks and challenges. We believe in open communication, hands-on problem-solving, and the kind of teamwork where you actually look forward to Monday mornings. Quick wins get high-fives, and our Friday demo days (plus frequent coffee runs) keep everyone connected to the results of their work.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers for a full range of MEP materials: think cables, switches, panels, conduits, pumps, pipes, all the way down to that last fitting or valve.
- Preparing, issuing, and tracking purchase orders—always with a careful eye on timelines and budgets.
- Building and maintaining strong vendor relationships, finding dependable partners who deliver quality on time.
- Evaluating supplier performance (price, quality, delivery), sometimes with a quick side chat, sometimes with a spreadsheet.
- Coordinating with project managers and engineers to forecast needs and troubleshoot shortages before they become problems.
- Keeping up-to-date records of procurement activity, contracts, and inventory status (yes, attention to detail matters).
- Supporting the team by resolving delivery issues or discrepancies, and occasionally “herding cats” when things get hectic.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Demonstrated experience in procurement or supply chain roles, ideally within construction or MEP trades.
- Knowledge of electrical and plumbing materials, specs, and common brands used in the industry.
- Strong negotiation skills—can talk price and terms without losing sight of quality.
- Good organizational habits: you’re a natural at keeping documentation neat and suppliers on speed dial.
- Ability to juggle priorities and keep your cool when deadlines loom.
- Comfortable with basic business software (purchase order systems, Excel, and email).
Nice-to-Haves
- Technical background in engineering or a related field.
- Familiarity with local and international MEP suppliers.
- Previous experience coordinating with site teams or project engineers.
- Experience with ERP/procurement software.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary, plus performance-based bonuses.
- Friendly, collaborative team who actually enjoy working together.
- Opportunity to see the impact of your work—in real buildings, not just spreadsheets.
- Flexible approach to remote work for documentation tasks, with energetic, hands-on project meetings onsite.
- Room to grow: we promote from within, and have a solid track record of helping employees upskill.
- Annual team outings and regular “thank you” lunches (we know good work deserves good food).
Here, you won’t just be processing orders—you’ll be playing a key part in what keeps our projects running and our team proud of what we build.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your process for sourcing MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) materials for a new project?
- Tell us about a time you successfully negotiated better terms or pricing with a supplier without compromising on material quality.
- How familiar are you with the common electrical and plumbing brands or materials used in local construction projects? How do you stay updated as new products enter the market?
- What steps do you take to evaluate a supplier’s performance, and how do you handle underperformance or repeated delivery issues?
- Describe a situation where you had a potential materials shortage on a job site—how did you coordinate with the project team to solve it?
- Which purchase order systems or procurement software have you worked with? Are you comfortable using Excel to maintain procurement records and analyze costs?
- Can you give an example of how you managed multiple procurement priorities when deadlines were tight and several projects needed your attention?
- Share a time when you had to resolve a discrepancy or conflict between a vendor and the site team. How did you approach it, and what was the outcome?
- How do you ensure open and effective communication with project managers and engineers, especially when there are last-minute changes or urgent requests?
- Our team values hands-on problem-solving. Can you describe a situation where you had to think on your feet to keep a project on track?
- How do you build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams in a high-pressure work environment?
- Collaboration is essential on our team. How do you balance your independent responsibilities with contributing to group goals and maintaining a positive attitude?
- We pride ourselves on being approachable and supportive. What do you look for in a company’s culture, and how do you contribute to a positive team dynamic?
- What motivates you to stay organized and detail-oriented, especially when juggling documentation and onsite collaboration?