Procurement Lead - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Procurement Lead for an offshore subsea project in Abu Dhabi. You will manage all procurement activities from requisitions to delivery, lead tendering and contract negotiations, and coordinate with engineering, construction, and QA/QC teams to ensure schedule and budget compliance.

Ideal candidates bring at least 15 years in procurement within Oil & Gas/EPC, with offshore project exposure, and strong SAP/Ariba/Oracle experience. ADNOC project familiarity is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Master's Degree or MBA is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for offshore EPC, FEED, brownfield, and greenfield projects.
• Develop and implement project procurement strategies.
• Prepare Procurement Plans, Status Reports and Schedules.
• Coordinate procurement from requisition to delivery.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract awards.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage risks.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC procedures and budgets.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Vendor management

Expediting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Supply chain optimization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree or MBA is an advantage

Tools

SAP ERP (MM)

SAP Ariba

Oracle ERP

Power BI

MS Excel (Advanced)

Aconex

Job description

Title: Procurement Lead - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2 Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Title: Procurement Lead KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi.

The ADNOC PMC project role would be based initially in Client or Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi.

Job Purpose The Procurement Lead is responsible for managing and executing all procurement activities for ADNOC Offshore projects, ensuring the timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and services required for project execution. The role provides leadership in sourcing, tendering, contract administration, vendor management, expediting, and procurement strategy while ensuring compliance with ADNOC procurement policies, project requirements, budget constraints, and delivery schedules. The Procurement Lead serves as the focal point between project teams, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure procurement packages are delivered in accordance with project milestones and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Management

• Lead all procurement activities for offshore EPC, FEED, brownfield, and greenfield projects.
• Develop and implement project procurement strategies aligned with project execution plans.
• Prepare and manage Procurement Plans, Procurement Status Reports, and Procurement Schedules.
• Ensure procurement activities are executed in compliance with ADNOC procurement procedures, governance requirements, and approved project budgets.
• Coordinate procurement activities from requisition through purchase order award and delivery.

Strategic Sourcing & Tendering

• Lead sourcing strategies for critical equipment, bulk materials, and long-lead items.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Invitations to Tender (ITTs), and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, commercial offers, and technical compliance.
• Coordinate technical bid evaluations with engineering and project teams.
• Lead commercial negotiations and recommendation of contract awards.

Contract & Vendor Management

• Manage supplier and contractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiate commercial terms and conditions to achieve optimal value.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations.
• Resolve procurement and contractual disputes.
• Participate in supplier qualification, audits, and performance reviews.

Material Management & Expediting

• Monitor procurement schedules and manufacturing progress.
• Coordinate expediting activities to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Track long-lead items and identify potential supply chain risks.
• Coordinate logistics, shipping, customs clearance, and offshore delivery requirements.
• Ensure procurement deliverables support project schedule requirements.

Cost Control & Commercial Management

• Ensure procurement activities are performed within approved budgets.
• Analyze procurement costs and identify savings opportunities.
• Assist in project cost forecasting and commitment tracking.
• Support change order evaluations and commercial assessments.
• Contribute to value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.

Supply Chain Risk Management

• Identify procurement and supply chain risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies for supplier, manufacturing, transportation, and delivery risks.
• Monitor market conditions impacting procurement activities.
• Ensure contingency plans are established for critical equipment and services.

Project Coordination

• Work closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Logistics, QA/QC, and HSE teams.
• Participate in project reviews, progress meetings, and management reporting.
• Support project execution teams in resolving procurement-related challenges.
• Ensure alignment between procurement milestones and overall project schedule.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with: ADNOC Procurement Policies ADNOC In-Country Value (ICV) Requirements UAE Commercial Regulations Company Ethics and Compliance Standards International Supply Chain Best Practices
• Maintain complete procurement documentation and audit records.
• Support internal and external procurement audits.

Team Leadership

• Lead procurement engineers, buyers, expeditors, and procurement specialists.
• Establish procurement objectives, KPIs, and performance measures.
• Mentor and develop procurement personnel.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Master's Degree or MBA is an advantage.

Preferred Certifications

• CIPS Level 5/6 (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• MCIPS Certification Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 15 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas, EPC, or Energy sector. At least 5 years in a Procurement Lead or Senior Procurement role. Proven experience managing procurement activities for offshore oil and gas projects. Strong exposure to EPC, FEED, and brownfield modification projects. Experience with ADNOC Group projects or major international operators is highly preferred. Experience managing procurement packages exceeding USD 50–100 million is advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Procurement & Contracts Strategic sourcing Tendering and bid management Contract negotiation Procurement planning Commercial evaluation Supplier relationship management Procurement governance Offshore Project Procurement Rotating equipment procurement Static equipment procurement Electrical and instrumentation packages Structural and piping materials Long-lead item management EPC project procurement Offshore construction support procurement Supply Chain Management Expediting and vendor management Logistics coordination Inventory management Cost optimization Supply chain risk management Market intelligence and supplier benchmarking

Systems & Software

• SAP ERP (MM Module)
• SAP Ariba
• Oracle ERP
• Power BI
• MS Excel (Advanced)
• Aconex Procurement and Contract Management Systems

Knowledge of Standards & Requirements

• ADNOC Procurement Procedures
• ADNOC ICV Program Requirements
• UAE Commercial and Contract Regulations
• FIDIC Principles (preferred)
• International Procurement and Supply Chain Practices
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Requirements

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to ethical procurement practices and compliance.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.