Onsite Procurement Lead – Merauke (Remote, FIFO)

PT Tradecorp Indonesia; Jakarta Timur; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on site

Meals provided on site

FIFO rotation possible

Job summary

PT Tradecorp Indonesia is seeking an experienced Site Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing, RFQs, and supplier negotiations for on-site materials, tools, and subcontracted services at the Merauke project in South Papua.

You will handle requisitions, POs, and logistics, ensuring on-time delivery, quality adherence, and cost control, while coordinating with QC, engineers, and head office procurement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in EPC, construction, oil & gas, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Proven site-based procurement experience in remote/project locations is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and material handling in construction/EPC environments.
• Familiarity with local suppliers in Papua/Indonesia and experience handling logistics in remote areas.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel for tracking/reporting); experience with ERP/procurement systems is an advantage.
• Good negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia; working knowledge of English.
• Willing to be based full-time at the project site in Merauke, South Papua (rotation/FIFO; accommodation and meals provided).
• Able to work in a challenging remote environment with limited resources.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day site procurement requirements, including sourcing, requesting quotations (RFQs), negotiating with local and regional suppliers/vendors.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders (POs), and subcontract agreements for materials, consumables, tools, equipment rentals, and minor services.
• Expedite deliveries, track shipments, and coordinate logistics to ensure materials arrive on site on time and in good condition.
• Verify incoming goods against POs, specifications, and quality requirements; coordinate with QC team for inspections and material receipt.
• Monitor and control site purchasing costs; identify cost-saving opportunities and report variances.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, supplier performance, and inventory levels at site.
• Liaise with project engineers, construction team, warehouse/store personnel, and head office procurement team to align site needs with overall project requirements.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, project specifications, Indonesian regulations (SNI, customs if applicable), and HSE standards.
• Support vendor evaluation and registration for local suppliers in the region.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office/Excel

Education

Engineering/Business degree

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

PT Tradecorp Indonesia is seeking an experienced Site Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing, RFQs, and supplier negotiations for on-site materials, tools, and subcontracted services at the Merauke project in South Papua.

You will handle requisitions, POs, and logistics, ensuring on-time delivery, quality adherence, and cost control, while coordinating with QC, engineers, and head office procurement.