Tendering Specialist Oil & Gas

Advanced Search; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Search Group is seeking an experienced Tendering Specialist with a strong background in the Oil & Gas sector, including exposure to KOC, KNPC and similar entities. The role focuses on tendering procedures, technical and commercial bid preparation, and navigating client requirements.

You will monitor opportunities, coordinate bid submission, and maintain records while conducting market research on pricing and competitive positioning to support winning proposals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of tendering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience dealing with KOC, KNPC or similar entities.
• Strong understanding of tendering procedures, pre-qualification, and commercial proposal requirements.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and discuss technical matters with clients.
• Excellent organizational and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor tender opportunities, deadlines, and submission requirements with Oil & Gas clients (KOC, KNPC, and similar entities)
• Prepare, review, and submit commercial and technical tenders and quotations in line with sector-specific specifications and standards
• Understand and interpret RFQ/RFP specifications, technical requirements, and commercial terms specific to Oil & Gas tenders
• Follow up on submitted tenders and proposals with client procurement/tendering departments
• Maintain accurate records of tenders, submissions, and client communications
• Conduct structured market research covering current market prices, competitor pricing, and competitor positioning in the Oil & Gas sector
• Track existing and upcoming contracts/tenders within KOC, KNPC, and related entities
• Identify key competitors and prepare market intelligence reports
• Support pre-qualification processes and registration requirements with Oil & Gas clients

Skills

Tendering procedures

Bid preparation

RFQ/RFP interpretation

Market research

Client liaison

Job description

Category Logistics, Supply Chain & Procurement

Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Tendering Specialist with a strong background in the Oil & Gas sector, particularly with exposure to KOC, KNPC, and similar entities. The ideal candidate will have solid knowledge of tendering procedures, technical/commercial bid preparation, and experience navigating Oil & Gas client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor tender opportunities, deadlines, and submission requirements with Oil & Gas clients (KOC, KNPC, and similar entities)
• Prepare, review, and submit commercial and technical tenders and quotations in line with sector-specific specifications and standards
• Understand and interpret RFQ/RFP specifications, technical requirements, and commercial terms specific to Oil & Gas tenders
• Follow up on submitted tenders and proposals with client procurement/tendering departments
• Maintain accurate records of tenders, submissions, and client communications
• Conduct structured market research covering current market prices, competitor pricing, and competitor positioning in the Oil & Gas sector
• Track existing and upcoming contracts/tenders within KOC, KNPC, and related entities
• Identify key competitors and prepare market intelligence reports
• Support pre-qualification processes and registration requirements with Oil & Gas clients

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in tendering, specifically within the Oil & Gas sector
• Proven experience dealing with KOC, KNPC, or similar Oil & Gas entities
• Strong understanding of Oil & Gas tendering procedures, pre-qualification, and commercial proposal requirements
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and discuss technical matters with clients and principals
• Excellent organizational and reporting skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders/deadlines simultaneously