Senior Procurement Engineer-Piping

COOEC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

COOEC is seeking an experienced Senior Piping Procurement Engineer for offshore oil & gas projects. The role covers the full procurement cycle for piping materials: planning, supplier identification, tendering, negotiation, PO placement, expediting and delivery management to meet specifications, budget, and schedule.

Key experience includes piping materials such as seamless/SAWL/LSAW pipes, fittings, flanges and valves, with strong supplier network knowledge in China and international

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years procurement experience in Oil & Gas, Offshore or EPC.
• Minimum 5 years direct piping material procurement experience preferred.
• Experience in RFQ preparation, technical/commercial evaluation, contract negotiation and PO placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead piping material procurement (pipes, flanges, fittings, valves, accessories).
• Develop and maintain supplier database; conduct market research for international suppliers.
• Manage expediting and delivery against project schedules; monitor approvals, inspections and shipping.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, inspection and project teams; provide progress reports and mitigate risks.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with project procedures, contractual and client requirements.

Skills

Piping procurement

Vendor negotiation

Project coordination

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Piping Procurement Engineer with a strong background in piping material procurement for offshore oil & gas projects.The candidate must have hands‑on experience in managing the full procurement cycle of piping materials, particularly seamless pipes, SAWL pipes, fittings, flanges, valves and other piping bulk materials.The successful candidate will be responsible for procurement planning, supplier identification, technical and commercial coordination, tendering, negotiation, purchase order placement, expediting and delivery management to ensure materials are procured in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements, budget and schedule.

2.Key Responsibilities

A. Piping Material Procurement* Lead and manage the procurement of piping materials, including:

• Pipes (Seamless / SAWL / LSAW / ERW)
• Seamless and Welded Pipes
• Flanges and Forged Fittings
• Valves and Piping Accessories
• Special Alloy / Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel Piping Materials.

C. Supplier & Market Management

• Develop and maintain a qualified supplier database for piping materials.
• Conduct market research and identify alternative manufacturers, particularly in China, India and other international markets.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, production capacity, quality performance and delivery records.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve commercial and contractual issues.

D. Expediting & Delivery Management

• Monitor manufacturing progress and ensure timely material delivery in accordance with project schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers, Engineering, QA/QC, Inspection and Logistics teams.
• Follow up on material approval, manufacturing schedules, inspection, testing, release notes and shipping arrangements.
• Proactively identify potential delivery risks and develop recovery plans to mitigate schedule delays.

E. Project Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Management, QA/QC and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor procurement milestones, including MR, RFQ, TBE, LOA, PO, manufacturing and delivery.
• Provide regular procurement progress reports and highlight critical issues, risks and recovery actions.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with project procedures, contractual requirements and client requirements.

3.Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas, Offshore or EPC industry.
• Minimum 5 years of direct hands‑on experience in Piping Material Procurement is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in procurement of Seamless Pipes, SAWL Pipes, Fittings, Flanges and Valves.
• Solid understanding of piping material specifications, international standards, material grades and technical requirements.
• Proven experience in RFQ preparation, technical/commercial evaluation, contract negotiation and PO placement.
• Established supplier network and market knowledge, particularly in China and international piping manufacturers.
• Experience working with Engineering, QA/QC, Inspection and Project teams in EPC project environments.
• Strong negotiation, communication, coordination and problem‑solving skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

4.Preferred Experience* Previous experience with major offshore Oil & Gas projects.

• Experience working for international EPC contractors or offshore engineering companies.
• Familiarity with QatarEnergy or other international oil company procurement requirements.
• Experience in sourcing carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex and CRA piping materials.
• Experience managing high-value and long‑lead piping material packages.
• Strong knowledge of supplier qualification, manufacturing processes, material traceability and inspection requirements.

5.Key Selection Criteria

Candidates will be assessed primarily on the following:

• Piping Procurement Expertise: Demonstrated hands‑on procurement experience with line pipes, seamless/SAWL pipes, fittings, flanges and valves.
• Technical Understanding: Ability to understand piping material specifications, standards, grades and engineering requirements.
• Procurement Execution: Proven capability to manage the complete procurement cycle from RFQ through PO award and final delivery.
• Supplier Network: Established relationships with qualified piping manufacturers, particularly in China and international markets.
• Project Delivery: Ability to manage procurement priorities, cost, quality and delivery schedules in a fast‑paced EPC project environment.

Important Recruitment Note:

Candidates with general procurement or supply chain experience but without direct piping material procurement experience should not be considered a priority. Practical experience in piping materials procurement is a key requirement for this position.

Employment Type:

The employment type for this position is third-staffing. The employees shall enter into an employment contract via HR agency and provide services to COOEC.