Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist
Monitor and expedite all Contractor procurement activities for the NFPS
Compression projects including the LLI. Works to assure a Procurement & Materials program that meets the needs of the project, is cost-effective, expedient, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Reporting and Relationships
Reports to Procuement Lead Direct reports: None
Internal Frequent contact with Project Management Teams across the NFPS
organisation especially Quality division. Periodic contact with other departments within QatarEnergyLNG including
EP&S (in Major Projects), Legal and Supply. External Frequent contact with EPC Contractor.Limited interaction
affiliate companies and shareholders.
Job Context & Major Challenge(s)
Responsible for expediting and delivery of critical procurement items including CPY novated materials and provide timely feedback to management on potential delays and propose mitigation measures.
Major challenges of this role are (1) understanding the key project drivers to ensure delivery within the agreed timeframe (2)operating in a pressure environment with short deadlines to complete activities and/or assessments related to procurement management.
Generic Accountabilities All Employees Safety Health & Environment
Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Company Safety,
Health and Environment and Quality policies, regulations and standards.
Qatarization Program
Contribute to the development of Qatari employees. This accountability is a condition of employment for expatriate employees.
Firewall Compliance
Ensure all activities undertaken comply with anti trust and competition
laws and the Company firewall policies and procedures.
Key Job Accountabilities (High level, brief description of the top 8-10 accountabilities maximum is 10. Only add what is unique to this job, exclude generic accountabilities. Do not include how the job is done.)
1. Participate in the maintenance of alignment within PMT on project procurement needs, objectives and requirements, through effective compliance with project procurement processes and procedures.
2. Support Procurement Lead in development of project coordination procedures for procurement, through the review and approval of all procurement related procedures including applicable tools and templates including but not limited to; PSE, MSR, SSR and others that may from time to time be developed for use in the project.
3. purchasing plans (seek input from Project Sourcing Specialists as appropriate).
4. Support the process of securing approvals from the appropriate authorities for any deviations from the procurement plan, policies and procedure in consultation with the relevant teams (technical, planning, operations, and Supply team) for all aspects of procurement including cost adjustments, change orders and claims.
5. Be responsible for reporting project procurement activities including progress, issues and concerns and steps taken to mitigate impact and negative consequences.
6. Participate in the implementation of effective expediting mechanism to ensure timely delivery of all packages, equipment and material in line with the project schedule, including appropriate logistics to support all planned deliveries.
7. Interface with project Spare Parts Coordinator for planning, processes,alignment and procurement of all project spares and ensure timely delivery to achieve project RSPL objectives.
8. Assist Quality and Contractor in evaluation of prospective vendors and the review and approval of critical vendor documents. team, shall expedite the advanced review critical documents and queries where necessary.
9. Carry out all such responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned or delegated by the Procueemnt Lead from time to time.
10. Participate in the management of interface and relationship with other COMP business teams including planning, cost control, contracts and the business manager.
Person Specification Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Engineering, Accounting, Business Management/administration, commercial disciplines and any other relevant qualifications.
Knowledge and/or Experience
8 years diversified oil and gas operations experience, out of which 5 years spent as procurement specialist in major projects.
Technical and Business Skills
Excellent written and spoken English skills. Strong analytical and reasoning skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to monitor EPC Contractor purchasing activities including
track/monitor key equipment and material purchasesMust be a self- starter and able to work in a lean organization
Computer literacy (MS Office) including working knowledge of business software programs, networking and SAP.
Equal Opportunities:
First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.
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