Senior Buyer / Senior Procurement Engineer

Selectum; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly skilled Senior Buyer/Senior Procurement Engineer for a project in the Oil & Gas sector in Den Haag. The ideal candidate should have 10-15 years of procuring experience in onshore, offshore, and upstream environments. Fluency in both Dutch and English is mandatory. Responsibilities include leading procurement processes, managing supplier contracts, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is a full-time role with a mid-senior level designation.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• International procurement, vendor development, and contract management experience.
• CIPS, PMP, or SCM-related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for capital equipment and services.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate contracts with key vendors and ensure compliance.

Skills

Fluency in Dutch

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical problem-solving

Technical understanding of oilfield equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Selectum The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

Overview

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Buyer/Senior Procurement Engineer – Dutch speaking to join a project in the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will possess extensive procurement expertise across onshore, offshore, and upstream environments. This is a project role with a long-term duration (1+ year). Fluency in Dutch is required and non-negotiable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for capital equipment, materials, and services related to onshore, offshore, and upstream projects.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, commercial bid evaluations, and purchase orders in compliance with project timelines and budget.
• Follow and implement procurement strategies aligned with project and company objectives.
• Coordinate with project teams, engineering, planning, and logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Evaluate and select suppliers and subcontractors based on technical, commercial, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate contracts and framework agreements with key vendors and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Ensure adherence to local and international procurement regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Manage expediting activities, monitor supplier performance, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Maintain procurement documentation and support audits or internal reviews.
• Stay updated on market trends, cost fluctuations, and supply chain risks relevant to oil and gas materials and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent. Master’s degree is a plus.
• 10-15 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with a focus on onshore, offshore, and upstream oil & gas (FPSOs) projects.
• Fluency in Dutch and English is mandatory and not negotiable
• Strong technical understanding of oilfield equipment, piping, valves, instrumentation, rotating/static equipment, and EPC procurement processes.
• Proven experience in international procurement, vendor development, and contract management.
• Familiar with industry standards (API, ASME, ISO, etc.) and oil & gas supply chain dynamics.
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and manage multiple priorities.
• CIPS, PMP, or SCM-related certifications would be an added advantage.

Seniorities

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing, Engineering, and Supply Chain
• Industries: Oil and Gas