Senior Consultant Drilling & Wells (D&W) Material Management

NES Fircroft; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider in Aberdeen seeks a Senior Consultant in Drilling & Wells Material Management. This role involves planning the availability of materials for safe and efficient drilling activities. Candidates should have experience in materials management and proficiency with SAP systems. The company prioritizes safety and fosters a collaborative work environment, offering comprehensive support to contractors.

Benefits

Visas and accommodation support

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in materials and inventory management in operating or service industry is required.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations is essential.
• Experience with D&W vessel planning software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate material readiness and availability throughout the supply chain.
• Manage and support the implementation of materials management strategy.
• Oversee inventory levels and ensure compliance with disposal policies.

Skills

Materials Management

Strong communication skills

Inventory management

SAP proficiency

Understanding of financial aspects

Tools

Kabal

SAP

Job description

POSITION: Senior Consultant Drilling & Wells (D&W) Material Management

BUSINESS UNIT: Procurement and Supplier Relations (PSR)

PROFESSION/SKILLS: Materials Management

LOCATION: Aberdeen, UK

This position is for our oil and gas operator client.

The Position

Procurement and Supplier Relations (PSR) is responsible for the Supply Chain Management (SCM) process, ensuring the safe and efficient supply of products and services to all our operations and development projects.

Tasks/Responsibilities of Senior Consultant Drilling & Wells (D&W) Materials Management

1. Plan and coordinate the readiness and availability of materials and equipment throughout the supply chain, understanding work requirements, ensuring on-time delivery, and planning vessel & deck space availability for D&W operations to ensure cost-effective, secure, and efficient drilling activities.
2. Serve as the link between drilling and well operations, suppliers, and internal services such as base logistics and helicopter operations.
3. Manage, review, and support the implementation of the materials management strategy for the UK, including inventory optimisation, supporting operational needs (drilling, wells, maintenance, modifications), and providing training and guidance to business areas.
4. Review equipment management methodologies, manage third-party storage sites, promote best practices in stock control, and reconcile inventory discrepancies during counts and report reviews.
5. Oversee inventory levels, liaise with legal, tax, and finance departments to ensure compliance with company disposal and resale policies.
6. Participate in on-call duty rotations; occasional visits to offshore installations or rigs may be required.

You

We seek candidates who embody our values: open, collaborative, courageous, and caring, prioritising safety and contributing to our zero-harm culture.

Requirements include:

• Experience and competence in materials and inventory management, with knowledge of relevant regulations, gained from an operating or service industry.
• Proficiency with SAP system.
• Experience with D&W and vessel planning software, such as Kabal, is advantageous.
• Understanding of the financial aspects of material management.
• Strong communication skills.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is a leading engineering staffing provider across various sectors worldwide, offering comprehensive support including visas, benefits, and accommodation for contractors.