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Hanwha Ocean; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company transitioning from traditional shipbuilding to an innovative EPCI solution provider. In this dynamic role, you'll prepare sourcing packages, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate contracts to ensure timely project execution. Collaborate with talented professionals to drive success in the Oil & Gas industry, while contributing to a culture that values diversity and inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative journey, enhancing operational models across continents and delivering exceptional results for clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Oil & Gas industry knowledge.
• Skilled in sourcing, negotiation, and contractual formulation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sourcing of equipment/services from RFQ to PO close-out.
• Negotiate contracts and manage Supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Team management

Time management skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management skills

Savings management

Risk & opportunities management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Master's degree (optional)

Job description

Company Overview:

Hanwha Ocean Offshore Business embarks on a journey to transition from a traditional shipbuilder to an Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solution provider, offering products such as FPSO, FLNG, Offshore Renewables and other Floating Production Units.

Also, Hanwha Oceans’ Offshore Business Division recently expanded its global footprint by establishing new Global Business Centers in North America and Europe with the intention of becoming a project-centric and client-driven business organization. This transformation aims to offer enhanced project execution and knowledge-driven operational models by bridging the upstream culture of three continents across Asia, Europe, and America.

Together with talented people and through leadership, Offshore Business continues to deliver outstanding performance for our customers, partners, and shareholders by moving into its next phase of growth and success.

Job Purpose: To prepare the sourcing of assign package(s) of equipment and/or services from RFQ to PO close-out.

Key Responsibilities:

• To align with Package Manager and Package Engineer of all require specifics for the scope
• To obtain Supplier Interest to Bid and signed Non-Disclosure Agreement ahead of RFQ
• To compile all documents associated to scope of source prior to RFQ
• To issue RFQ to project bidder list and be prepared to request bidder to be qualified prior to award
• To expedite Supplier for timely submission of quality bids within due bid date
• To verify bid(s) completeness and/or ability to disqualify incomplete bid(s); disburse the technical bid to designated Package Engineer for review
• To organize and conduct bid clarification meetings (when required) with Suppliers, separate technical vs commercial sessions where applicable
• To negotiate a winning contract per project requirement; engage Legal & Contract Manager to support T&Cs when necessary
• To prepare the Commercial Bid Evaluation of bids per scope; gather the Technical Bid Evaluation and prepare Recommendation for Award to present to PMT for acceptance
• To formalize purchase requisition through procurement tool; expedite internal approvers for timely PO issuance
• Issue and expedite Supplier PO Acknowledgement, Bank Guarantee, and any commercial milestone related documentation within agreed timeline
• To manage timely approved change order (PO revision) request from Package Manager
• To anticipate potential claims (e.g.: change order, OS&D, liquidated damage, etc.) until PO close-out
• To monitor and expedite timely Supplier invoice approvals to align with agreed contractual milestone payment schedule
• To assist where required to achieve timely PO close-out

Measure of effectiveness

• Completeness of purchase order requisition of agreed T&Cs
• Be the focal point to drive effective negotiation
• Maintain or improve budget per assigned scope

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business (master’s is a plus)
• Minimum 5 years of Oil & Gas industry knowledge
• Skilled in sourcing, market/product/supplier analysis, negotiation, and contractual formulation
• Strong time management skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Skills:

• Leadership
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Project management skills ( planning, budget)
• Team management
• Time management skills
• Flexible and adaptable to operational changes
• Wide range of technical knowledge
• Negotiation skills
• Contract management skills
• Savings management
• Total quality management awareness (incl quality control & continuous improvement)
• Risk & opportunities management

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.