Hybrid Global Procurement Specialist – Oil & Gas

CB&I; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CB&I Asset Solutions in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement and post-award activities within the Supply Chain Management function. You will plan, source and execute purchasing to ensure on-time delivery of quality materials at best value, and will report to the Senior Buyer or SCM focal point.

The role requires sourcing operational and engineering materials efficiently and adhering to due diligence practices.

Qualifications

• Be able to routinely multitask, place and track PO’s and commodities across multiple projects, clients and work streams.
• Procurement and expediting experience, particularly in piping/structural fabrication, bulk commodity items, valves and in line instrumentation.
• Local supply market knowledge.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a procurement role with specific experience in Supply Chain delivery for oil and gas projects.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• To provide procurement and post award management as part of the Supply Chain Management function. To plan, organise and execute all purchasing activities to assure on time delivery of the correct quality materials at the best overall value.
• Supporting and reporting to the Senior Buyer and/or Supply Chain Focal Point where identified.
• Required to source and procure operational and engineering materials and services in the most efficient and cost-effective method in accordance with company procedures and established best ethical practices.
• Manage and update Procurement Status Reports (PSR) to ensure timely selection of suppliers, placement of order commitments and delivery of goods in accordance with asset and/or project schedule.
• Review and initiate new supplier on boarding and application process ensuring compliance with company Due Diligence requirements.
• Develop and prepare bidder’s lists including any pre-qualification activities where required in conjunction with supply chain, project and client requirements.
• Issue of enquiries for goods and services, resolving any queries, issuance of all relevant documentation, receipt and analysis of tenders and produce bid summaries and recommendations to award in line with company delegation of authority matrix.
• Active in all price negotiations with suppliers/bidders to achieve demonstrable price reductions, resolving claims and handling variations with suppliers in line with company delegation of authority matrix.
• Preparation and issue of purchase orders for the supply of services, goods and materials complete with all relevant technical, commercial and schedule requirements.
• Post order administration and management including variations, expediting and inspection requirements, invoice queries, input into performance feedback process including performance reviews and commercial close out.
• Effective interface with other key disciplines such as expediting, quality, engineering, materials and logistics, accounts, etc.
• Proficient in the correct use of all company supply chain systems and tools, Oracle, MODS, etc.
• Attendance and participation at internal and external progress meetings as well as representing the supply chain function at corporate meetings when required.
• Active participation in corporate supply chain initiatives where called upon.
• Liaising effectively with Project and Operations teams at all levels, fostering relationships with suppliers, clients, and key stakeholders.
• The above is an outline of key duties and accountabilities, rather than an exclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities. The post holder is expected to undertake any tasks which may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.
• The role of Buyer has no financial accountability or authority within Supply Chain Management.
• All Purchase Orders can only be cut upon automated approval by others in accordance with established Delegation of Authority matrix.
• The role will require the validation of 3rd party supplier invoices to demonstrate progress against milestones and/or completion of deliverables. Final approval of invoices will be by others.

Skills

Multitask

PO tracking

Vendor relations

Communication

Expediting experience

Local market knowledge

Oil & Gas procurement

MS Excel

Tools

Oracle

MS Excel

Job description

CB&I Asset Solutions in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement and post-award activities within the Supply Chain Management function. You will plan, source and execute purchasing to ensure on-time delivery of quality materials at best value, and will report to the Senior Buyer or SCM focal point.

The role requires sourcing operational and engineering materials efficiently and adhering to due diligence practices.