Responsibilities -
- Implements the day-to-day operations assigned for the project procurement section to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures and align with the project specific procedures.
- Develop procurement plans for all assigned packages at the start of the project and also during bidding phase.
- Establish package strategies and criticality assessments in line with project and business unit objectives.
- Combining or splitting several packages to align with budget, schedule and technicalities or construction strategy of project.
- Ensure the sourcing process to support project and procurement objectives.
- Analysis the project terms and condition and create the project specific terms and condition of purchase.
- Negotiate the best payment terms and contract conditions, maintaining high level of integrity.
- Preparation of project procurement procedure, PO plan and obtain approval from client.
- Update the Procurement status to Project Management and Functional Management.
- Monitor the progress of work of individual buyers and support them to explore solutions to address their concerns for guidance for best possible solution.
- Assist Tendering and Costing Department as required.
- Liaise with all departments and maintain the good relationship to provide required service.
- Develop new vendors in line with construction's quality / price requirements for construction related procurement support.
- Arrange and participate in meetings between suppliers and Company representatives and other personnel to facilitate standardization and economically viable procurement.
Required Skills -
- Sound technical knowledge and experience in managing procurement of Mechanical Static, Rotating and equipment Packages, Electrical, Instrumentation and Telecom Packages and Bulk Packages of all disciplines required for FPSO/FSRU/FPO/HVDC etc projects.
- Must have experience as Procurement Manager / Lead Buyer for the critical offshore oil and gas and HVDC projects related procurement packages e.g. HP and LP Gas Compressor package, TEG package, Water Injection Package, Rotating and Static Equipment package, Gas turbine generator package, Produced water treatment Packages, Electrical Equipment Packages such as GIS, Switchgears, Transformers, Instrumentation Packages such as ICMS, Fire & Gas Detection and Control, Telecom Equipment Packages. etc.
- Must have an experience right from project bidding phase till full execution of procurement for topside packages on major offshore projects for topside.
- Must be able to finalize contractual Terms and Conditions with suppliers as per applicable laws / regulations of the project.
- Must be able to lead the process and work with Engineering and other production departments during technical review of packages and scope finalization.
- Up to date with modern purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications preparation.
- Broad knowledge of international trade & shipping terms.
- Broad knowledge of Oil & Gas/Marine/Energy project procurement terms and conditions including warranty requirements.
- Sound knowledge of technical terminology, particularly that use in an Oil & Gas/Marine/Energy environment.
- Strong background with resolution of procurement issues.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple procurement activities concurrently and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and successfully execute tasks in accordance with departmental / project objectives.
- Hands on experience in MS excel for complex commercial evaluations.
- Fully trained and knowledgeable with relevant Safety and Occupational Health & Safety standards.
Experience
10 15 years experience in buying and Project Procurement management, EPC shipyard, offshore / Oil & Gas industry
Education
Bachelor's Degree in any Engineering discipline or equivalent.
Post graduate Degree / Diploma in Business Administration / Materials management