Lead Buyer/Procurement Coordinator - EPC Projects

SeaOwl Group; Batam; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 256,680,000; Full time

Job summary

SeaOwl Group in Batam is seeking an experienced Lead Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to manage end-to-end procurement for EPC projects. You will source, qualify vendors, issue RFQs, place POs, expediting, and ensure timely delivery in line with budget and schedule.

You will collaborate with Project, Engineering, Construction, and Procurement teams, applying strong negotiation, contract understanding, and supplier performance management to optimize procurement outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within EPC, Oil & Gas, Energy, Marine or Engineering projects.
• Experience managing procurement activities from RFQ through PO, expediting and delivery.
• Strong vendor sourcing, qualification and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of contracts, subcontracts, change orders and claims management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for EPC and project requirements
• Review purchase requisitions, technical specifications and project procurement requirements
• Identify, pre-qualify and evaluate suitable suppliers and subcontractors
• Conduct strategic sourcing and commercial negotiations with vendors
• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate quotations and conduct commercial comparisons
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules and commercial conditions
• Prepare and manage Purchase Orders and procurement documentation
• Follow up closely with suppliers on manufacturing, delivery and documentation
• Coordinate expediting and material management activities to ensure timely delivery
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery and compliance with contractual requirements

Skills

End-to-end procurement

Vendor management

RFQ & negotiations

Purchase orders

Expediting

Contract management

Project procurement

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration

Job description

SeaOwl is looking for an experienced Lead Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to be based in Batam and support our EPC projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing and vendor qualification through purchase order placement, expediting, delivery and material follow-up. The role will work closely with Project, Engineering, Construction and Procurement teams to ensure materials and equipment are procured in line with project requirements, budget and schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for EPC and project requirements
• Review purchase requisitions, technical specifications and project procurement requirements
• Identify, pre-qualify and evaluate suitable suppliers and subcontractors
• Conduct strategic sourcing and commercial negotiations with vendors
• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate quotations and conduct commercial comparisons
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules and commercial conditions
• Prepare and manage Purchase Orders and procurement documentation
• Follow up closely with suppliers on manufacturing, delivery and documentation
• Coordinate expediting and material management activities to ensure timely delivery
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery and compliance with contractual requirements

About you

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within EPC, Oil & Gas, Energy, Marine or Engineering projects
• Strong hands-on experience in project procurement / EPC procurement
• Experience managing procurement activities from RFQ through PO, expediting and delivery
• Strong vendor sourcing, qualification and negotiation skills
• Experience with supplier performance management and procurement planning
• Good understanding of contracts, subcontracts, change orders and claims management
• Experience working with Engineering, Project and Construction teams
• Good commercial and analytical skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills