Job description

Job Title: Procurement/Material Engineer (Senior Buyer)

Job Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in Oil, Gas, or Petroleum industry

Education: B. Sc in Engineering or equivalent degree

Position Overview:

The Senior Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods, materials, and services necessary for the company’s operations, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery. This role requires deep knowledge of procurement processes, including planning, sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management, specifically within the Oil & Gas or Petroleum industry. The Senior Buyer will work closely with project teams to ensure procurement milestones are met, and supply chain continuity is maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Monitoring and Compliance: Ensure procurement activities are aligned with company practices and policies by verifying all stages of procurement.

Use of E-Sourcing Tools: Utilize tools such as e-RFI and e-RFQ for e-Sourcing.

Supplier Identification: Identify and engage suppliers capable of fulfilling the company’s procurement needs while considering price, quality, and delivery timelines.

Procurement Scheduling: Plan and schedule procurement activities in alignment with project schedules, particularly for critical equipment and materials.

Material Purchase Management: Purchase goods, materials, components, or services based on predefined quality, cost, and delivery targets.

Team Coordination: Communicate material delivery schedules and address any delays impacting project timelines.

Supplier Performance Management: Address supplier performance issues, collaborating with suppliers to resolve concerns promptly.

Supplier and Market Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of suppliers and market trends, ensuring the best sources are identified.

Material Needs Analysis: Assist in determining overall material needs and present opportunities for supply chain improvement to procurement managers.

Procurement Plan Development: Help develop procurement plans and ensure they align with project schedules and business objectives.

Problem Resolution: Assist in resolving procurement challenges related to materials and equipment.

Reporting and Documentation: Prepare procurement-related reports and updates as required.

Collaboration for Continuous Improvement: Work closely with internal teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives in procurement.

Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, improve supplier pricing, and review opportunities for business savings using procurement best practices.

Supplier Research: Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and components that meet project needs.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.

Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement/materials management within the Oil, Gas, Petrochemical, Hydrocarbon, Refinery, Offshore, or Infrastructure sectors.

Industry Knowledge: Thorough understanding of procurement and materials practices, economic principles, international codes, standards, procedures, and specifications relevant to the oil & gas sector.

Procurement Skills:

Proven experience in project purchases and material management on large projects.

Proficiency in using e-sourcing tools and systems such as Ariba.

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

Experience with long lead-time materials and priority item procurement.

Certifications: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or a similar procurement qualification is preferred or currently working towards obtaining it.

Technical Skills: Advanced computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other procurement management software.

Desired Attributes:

Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Problem-solving attitude and team collaboration skills.

Additional Information:

The candidate should have significant experience with procurement of materials and services in the oil and gas industry and be familiar with large project procurement challenges.

The candidate should have hands-on experience in handling procurement for critical equipment and ensuring timely deliveries.

A candidate who has worked with international suppliers and has knowledge of global procurement trends will be preferred.