Global EPC/EPCM Supply Chain Director

Parexel; Quilmes; Hybrid; ARS 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Buenos Aires, Argentina, invites an Executive Director of Supply Chain to drive procurement and logistics for large EPC/EPCM projects. You will lead the full lifecycle of procurement, develop strategies, and ensure equipment, materials and third-party services are delivered safely, on schedule, and at best value.

Place of Work: Buenos Aires, Argentina – Puerto Madero Office. Work Modality: Hybrid (3–4 days per week in the office, depending on business/project needs).

Qualifications

• 20+ years in procurement, supply chain or project services roles.
• Lead a team of up to 25 people across multiple office locations.
• A university degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute project-wide procurement strategies that align with engineering, construction and commercial objectives.
• Strong expertise in equipment procurement, materials sourcing and third-party service contracting for large capital projects.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing supply chain teams across complex projects or regions, including leading and managing a team of 30+ across multiple office and site-based roles.
• Experience in establishing a material management system and operations.
• Deep understanding of global supplier markets, vendor qualification processes and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously, often through cross-functional teams and indirect reporting structures.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating high-value contracts and managing supplier risk.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex proposals and influence senior leadership.
• A collaborative leadership style that promotes teamwork, accountability and transparency across project teams.
• Advanced knowledge of procurement systems, processes and tools used within EPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract procurement, logistics, materials management, and expediting teams.
• Lead all procurement and supply chain operations for major EPC/EPCM projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Develop and implement the project Contract and Procurement Plan, identifying critical equipment, materials and third-party services required for successful project delivery.
• Establish procurement and contract strategies that balance schedule, cost efficiency, quality and risk management.
• Develop and manage approved vendor lists, ensuring suppliers meet technical, commercial, safety and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and oversee the issuance of Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages and ensure clear technical and commercial documentation.
• Lead the commercial and technical evaluation of vendor bids, providing clear recommendations for supplier selection and contract awards.
• Negotiate major equipment and service contracts to secure favorable commercial and delivery terms.
• Ensure supply chain execution supports project milestones, mitigating risks that could impact project schedule or cost.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, project controls, construction and commercial teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to supply chain personnel including procurement managers, buyers, expeditors, and logistics specialists.
• Manage supplier performance and develop long-term relationships with strategic vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and ethical procurement practices.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement systems, processes and tools.
• Communicate procurement strategies, project risks and performance updates to senior leadership and project stakeholders.
• Oversee commercial compliance with procurement contracts.
• Manage contract amendments, claims and change orders.
• Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled by all parties.
• Support dispute resolution and commercial negotiations.

Skills

EPC/EPCM leadership

Team leadership

Supply chain management

Procurement strategy

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Global supplier markets

Procurement systems

Education

University degree

Supply Chain

Engineering

Business

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Worley in Buenos Aires, Argentina, invites an Executive Director of Supply Chain to drive procurement and logistics for large EPC/EPCM projects. You will lead the full lifecycle of procurement, develop strategies, and ensure equipment, materials and third-party services are delivered safely, on schedule, and at best value.

Place of Work: Buenos Aires, Argentina – Puerto Madero Office. Work Modality: Hybrid (3–4 days per week in the office, depending on business/project needs).