Buyer

Purpose

• As Buyer, you are responsible for procuring materials, equipment, and services required for project or operations execution. This role involves negotiating contracts and commercial terms, and ensuring timely delivery to support project and operations timelines and budgets.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Procurement Planning: You develop and implement procurement plans based on project requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Supplier Sourcing: You follow strategic sourcing category manager framing and evaluate suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Contract Negotiation: You negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable agreements while mitigating risks. You align with the Category Management team as needed.
• Purchase Orders: You issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications and company policies.
• Cost Control: You ensure procurement activities align with budget constraints and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Compliance: You ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Reporting: You provide regular updates to project managers and stakeholders on procurement status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field
  
  

Experience

• Proven experience in procurement within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  
  

Functional Competencies

Commercial

Analytics and reporting

Regulatory Management

Project Procurement Strategy and Management

SBM Product Knowledge

Purchasing Tools and Processes

Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management

Contract Management

Negotiation

Product Costing