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Sales Engineer / Tender & Procurement Specialist
Vortexen Kochi – Back-End Operations Centre

Location: Kochi, Kerala / Remote
Job Type: Full-Time

About Vortexen

Vortexen Dynamics Industrial Solutions is a UAE-based engineering and industrial services company specializing in:

Passive Fire Protection
Fire Stopping Solutions
Industrial Coatings
Oil & Gas Services
Nuclear Industry Support Services
Marine & Industrial Projects
Business Representation Services

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer / Tender & Procurement Specialist to support our UAE operations from our Kochi Back-End Office.

Position Overview

The Sales Engineer / Tender & Procurement Specialist will be responsible for sourcing products and services, identifying and developing supplier networks, participating in tenders, managing OEM relationships, supporting vendor registrations, and assisting business development activities.

The role requires strong technical understanding, procurement knowledge, supplier negotiation skills, and the ability to identify new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities Tender Management

Identify and monitor tender opportunities.
Review RFQs, RFPs, and tender documents.
Coordinate tender participation activities.
Collect quotations from suppliers and OEMs.
Prepare commercial and technical submissions.
Support bid evaluation and tender clarification processes.

Procurement & Sourcing

Source products, materials, equipment, and services.
Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers.
Compare technical and commercial offers.
Coordinate logistics and delivery requirements.
Develop approved supplier databases.

OEM & Supplier Development

Identify new OEMs and manufacturers.
Establish strategic supplier relationships.
Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules.
Explore representation opportunities with international manufacturers.
Maintain supplier performance records.

Vendor Registration & Prequalification

Support ADNOC vendor registrations.
Support government and private sector vendor registrations.
Manage supplier prequalification documentation.
Coordinate registration renewals and updates.

Sales & Business Development Support

Assist in identifying new market opportunities.
Research industries, projects, and potential clients.
Support proposal preparation.
Coordinate with sales teams for business development activities.

Research & Market Intelligence

Monitor industry trends and market developments.
Identify new products and technologies.
Research competitor activities and supplier capabilities.
Develop sourcing strategies for emerging opportunities.

Mandatory Requirements Procurement & Tender Experience

Applicants should have experience in:

Procurement
Sourcing
Tender Participation
Supplier Development
Vendor Registration
RFQ Management
Commercial Evaluation

AI Experience (Mandatory)

Applicants must be comfortable using AI tools for:

Supplier Research
Tender Analysis
Proposal Preparation
Market Research
Documentation Support
Productivity Improvement

Examples:

ChatGPT
Gemini
Claude
Perplexity
Microsoft Copilot
Other AI productivity tools

Preferred Skills

Procurement Management
Tender Management
Technical Sales
Vendor Registration
Supplier Negotiation
Market Research
Cost Analysis
Technical Documentation
Business Development
AI Tools
Microsoft Excel
ERP / Procurement Software

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following sectors will be preferred:

Oil & Gas
Fire Protection
Industrial Services
EPC Companies
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Construction
Marine Industry
Nuclear Industry
Industrial Trading

Qualification

Diploma or Degree in Engineering
Mechanical Engineering preferred
Electrical / Civil / Industrial Engineering candidates may also apply
Procurement and Tendering experience is an advantage

What We Offer

Exposure to UAE & GCC Markets
International Procurement Experience
Direct Interaction with OEMs and Manufacturers
Career Growth Opportunities
Performance-Based Incentives
AI-Driven Work Environment
Opportunity to work on ADNOC and Major Industrial Projects

How to Apply

Send your updated CV to:

hr@vortexen.com

Subject:
Application – Sales Engineer / Tender & Procurement Specialist

Candidates with experience in sourcing, OEM development, vendor registrations, procurement, tender participation, and AI-powered research tools will be given preference.

Work Location: In person