AI - Procurement / Buyer - Harstad

Head Energy AS; Town of Norway (WI); On-site; USD 68,477 - 79,012; Full time

Job summary

Head Energy AS is looking for a Procurement / Buyer in Harstad, Norway. The successful candidate will work on developing procurement strategies, following up on procurement packages, and ensuring compliance with internal guidelines. A Bachelor's or master's degree in relevant fields is required, along with at least 3 years of experience in supply chain management, particularly in the Oil & Gas sector.

Strong communication skills in Norwegian and English are essential, and knowledge of SAP is an advantage. This position expects active collaboration with various teams to enhance delivery quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience within supply chain management in Oil & Gas.
• Fluency in Norwegian - both written and oral.
• Ability to adapt to changes and work structured.

Responsibilities

• Follow up procurement packages and develop strategies focused on cost reduction.
• Conduct market screenings to identify cost-effective suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Cost reduction

Communication skills (Norwegian and English)

SAP

Data discipline

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering

Job description

AI - Procurement / Buyer - HarstadStillingstittel: Procurement / Buyer - HarstadVarighet: 31.05.28Lokasjon: HarstadAntall stillinger: 1Kat: NArotasjon: N/AAssignment title: Procurement / Buyer - HarstadPlanned Start Date - 01/06/2026Planned end date: 31/05/2028Workload: 100%Division: Supply Chain ManagementProject: Equinor M&M MMP 2016+Work location: HarstadCompensation type: Hourly Wage all inclusiveCurrency type: NOKExpected level of compensation if this is known: 0.00 - 0.00Job Responsibilities:Stillingen krever fysisk tilstedeværelse hos Aibel Harstad. Det er ikke aktuelt å jobbe fra andre lokasjoner.- Follow-up of procurement packages- Develop and implement procurement strategies with a strong emphasis on cost reduction and value creation- Conduct market screening to identify cost-effective suppliers and solutions- Prepare inquiry documents for equipment and services in close cooperation with engineering- Perform commercial evaluations of quotations- Issue purchase orders- Monitor and ensure delivery within the agreed timeframe, cost, and quality- Manage variation handling- Handle risks, deviations, and invoice processing- Ensure all activities comply with Abel's guidelines, work instructions, and procedures- Continuously work on improvements to reduce internal and external risks and costs, enhance delivery quality, and strengthen collaborationQualifications and Personal Attributes:- You are commercially aware- You are professional and an independent team player- You have strong oral and written communication skills in both Norwegian and English- You are flexible and willing to adapt to changes- You engage positively with others and demonstrate a high degree of collaboration skills- You work in a structured and efficient manner, always in accordance with applicable guidelines- Experience with SAP is an advantage- A high degree of data discipline is preferredEducation:- Bachelor's or master's degreeRelevant subjects: Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering and similarRequired Work Experience:- Minimum 3 years experience within supply chain management in Oil & GasRequired Qualifications:- Fluency Norwegian - both written and oralSupplier and candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about candidates/themselves during the hire-in process. Supplier and candidates may be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.NøkkelordTittel:AI - Procurement / Buyer - Harstad