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Kent

<div><div><div><div><div><div>Location</div></div><div>
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia</div></div><div><div><div>
Category</div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div>
Date Published</div></div><div>
11/06/26</div></div><div><div><div>
Status</div></div><div>
Open</div></div></div></div><div><div><div>
About you:
 
Join us. Unleash your energy within.
 
 
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we&rsquo;re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company &ndash; future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
 
 
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we&rsquo;re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
 
 
We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community &ndash; a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.
 
 
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
 
 
We&rsquo;re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.
 
 
Our purpose and beliefs:
 
As Kent, we&rsquo;re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
 
 
It&rsquo;s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
 
 
We PLAY BIG
 
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
 
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
 
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
 
 
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:
 
 
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
 
We recognise that diversity &amp; inclusion are catalysts for success. We&rsquo;re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.
 
 
Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character &ndash; no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. 
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The Senior Buyer is responsible for delivering end-to-end procurement activities within the Oil &amp; Gas EPC environment in Saudi Arabia, ensuring the timely, compliant, and cost-effective sourcing of engineered equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services. The role supports major EPC projects by aligning procurement execution with project schedules, technical specifications, and client requirements.
Operating within an ORACLE ERP environment, the Senior Buyer plays a key role in driving procurement efficiency, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring full visibility across the procure-to-pay cycle. The position requires strong engagement with engineering, project management, construction teams, and suppliers to mitigate risks, optimize costs, and ensure successful project delivery.
Details / Responsibilities<ul><li>
Execute procurement activities for EPC projects, including sourcing of engineered equipment, long-lead items, bulk materials, and subcontract services</li><li>
Process and manage purchase requisitions, RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase orders using ORACLE ERP (Fusion/EBS)</li><li>
Lead technical and commercial evaluation of bids in coordination with engineering and project teams</li><li>
Conduct supplier identification, prequalification, and ongoing performance evaluation, with a focus on approved vendor lists (AVL)</li><li>
Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, Incoterms, and contractual conditions to achieve optimal project outcomes</li><li>
Ensure procurement aligns with project schedules, expediting critical items to meet construction milestones</li><li>
Manage post-award activities including expediting, vendor document review coordination, inspections, logistics, and delivery follow-ups</li><li>
Ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco / major operator standards, local content (IKTVA), and company procurement policies</li><li>
Monitor supplier performance and resolve commercial or delivery issues proactively</li><li>
Generate procurement reports from ORACLE ERP, tracking KPIs such as cost savings, on-time delivery, and commitment values</li><li>
Identify and implement cost reduction and value engineering opportunities</li><li>
Support risk management activities, including identifying supply chain constraints and developing mitigation strategies</li><li>
Provide mentorship to junior buyers and contribute to procurement process improvements</li><li>
Collaborate with logistics, contracts, quality, and construction teams to ensure seamless supply chain execution</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field</li><li>
Professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is strongly preferred</li><li>
8&ndash;12+ years of procurement experience, with significant exposure to Oil &amp; Gas EPC projects</li><li>
Proven experience in Saudi Arabia (KSA), with knowledge of local regulations, Saudization, and supplier landscape</li><li>
Strong experience in procuring engineered equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, compressors), bulk materials, and EPC subcontracting</li><li>
Hands-on expertise in ORACLE ERP &amp; AVEVA ERM systems (Oracle Fusion or EBS), particularly procurement and P2P modules</li><li>
Strong understanding of project procurement lifecycle, including long-lead item management and expediting</li><li>
Familiarity with international standards and major client requirements (e.g., Saudi Aramco, SABIC)</li><li>
Solid experience in supplier negotiations, contract administration, and claims handling</li><li>
Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to leverage ERP data for decision-making</li><li>
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in a multi-disciplinary project environment</li><li>
Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage</li></ul></div> 
Behavioural Competency
<div>At Kent, you&rsquo;ll be trusted to work independently and autonomously, with support when you need it. You&rsquo;ll bring knowledge of best practices, and you will be willing to support and guide colleagues with less experience. You&rsquo;ll actively develop and nurture relationships beyond your part of the business, champion change, and seek out new learning and growth opportunities.</div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Senior Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist

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 About you:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Join us. Unleash your energy within.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we&rsquo;re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company &ndash; future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we&rsquo;re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community &ndash; a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.
 
 
 
 
 
 As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our purpose and beliefs:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As Kent, we&rsquo;re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
 
 
 
 
 
 It&rsquo;s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
 
 
 
 
 
 We PLAY BIG
 
 
 We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
 
 
 We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
 
 
 We are built on INFINITE THINKING
 
 
 
 
 
 Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We recognize that diversity &amp; inclusion are catalysts for success. We&rsquo;re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character &ndash; no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the job:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Kent is seeking an
 
 HSSE Officer
 
 to join our growing engineering Team within the Oil &amp; Gas market in
 
 Khurais, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
 
 . This is a pivotal opportunity to help shape a new and expanding team, strengthen our technical capability, and enhance Kent&rsquo;s presence and reputation across the sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Details / responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Have comprehensive knowledge of the project HSSE requirements, specifically the HSSE plan and ensure full implementation and compliance on site. Ensure the Project HSSE plan is fully communicated and a copy available on site for use by project staff
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Communication of HSSE Policy, applicable legal requirements, HSSE information and lessons learned to all project personnel / in the area of responsibility. Ensure employees are aware of the HSSE Bulletins and the notice boards are constantly updated with the relevant HSSE information
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Attend HSSE meetings as per the requirement of the Project HSSE plan
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Facilitate and provide support and guidance on effective HSSE risk management in your area of responsibility by performing daily reviews on Step Back, and Job Hazard Assessments (JHA)
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Promote Hazard identification and reporting on site and identity unsafe working conditions and behaviors
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Closely monitor the compliance with permit to work system as applicable on work sites
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure the full implementation of the waste management plan and ensure waste is discarded correctly
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure the emergency response preparedness plan is fully implemented and employees are aware of the emergency protocols. Be part of the ERP and support drills as per the agreed the agreed scenarios and schedules
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Perform Level 1 HSSE inspections as stated in project HSSE Plan and report back to the HSSE supervisor
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure all HSSE inspections, testing and color-coding is performed in accordance with the project inspection matrix. Ensure all defects are identified and reported to the respective supervisor
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure all employees have the relevant competencies and certification to perform their work i.e., crane drivers, equipment operators, etc.
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; When an incident occurs, report it promptly, preserve the incident area and support the investigation in gathering the required data
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure all corrective actions from incident investigations are effectively implemented on time
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure employees have the relevant HSSE training for the work at hand in accordance with the Project HSSE Training matrix
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure constant communication is maintained with the construction team and advice is given on HSSE best practice
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Advice / guide site employees on selection, use, limitations, maintenance, and storage of personal protective equipment and monitor the performance
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Monitor safe transportation, storage, handling and disposal of chemicals on site as applicable
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure Toolbox talks are effectively performed as per the project requirements in the applicable languages and report back to HSSE Supervisor on any shortfalls
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Constantly hunting for hazards and risk on site and searching for opportunity to improve HSSE on site
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Monitor subcontractors HSSE compliance with Kent PLC HSSE rules and regulations on site and provide feedback to project management
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure unsafe work is stopped in line with the company requirements, and such unsafe work is recorded, and reported to the construction team and the HSSE Supervisor
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure you strive for continual improvement in your career by constantly reviewing your professional development with your supervisor
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; NVQ, NFQ Level 3 Qualification, IOSH, OSHA 30
 
 
 &bull; NEBOSH IGC
 
 
 &bull; Plus, a minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience.
 
 
 &bull; You will have good field experience in hands on risk management.
 
 
 &bull; Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
 
 
 &bull; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deliver safety moments to the team.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to build positive and productive relationships with diverse groups of people; thrives in a collaborative and challenging team environment.
 
 
 &bull; Must be able to comfortably address HSSE matters with the required Site management.
 
 
 &bull; Must understand the basic requirements of RCA and have good Investigation skills.
 
 
 &bull; Be able to spot unsafe work conditions or behavior and act on it accordingly.
 
 
 &bull; External - Client Representatives, Sub-contractor&rsquo;s Representatives.
 
 
 &bull; Internal - Site Construction Manager, Construction Supervision, Project HSSE Supervisor/Superintendent/Manager Sub-ordinates, and other department managers / heads on project site.
 
 
 &bull; You will directly report to the project HSSE Supervisor/Superintendent/Manager.
 
 
 &bull; Have knowledge of Construction field implementation of HSSE requirements.
 
 
 &bull; Knowledge and a good understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
 
 
 &bull; Must have good experience and understanding of how to implement HSSE requirements in the field.
 
 
 &bull; Must be able to perform thorough site inspections and have the ability to close them out in a timely fashion.
 
 
 &bull; Understand the principals of risk management/HIRA.
 
 
 &bull; Have similar project experience, and advantages to the previous Aramco-approved person.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Communication:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Behavior/ Core Competencies:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Kent, you can expect to be working within our established procedures and processes, with some support from your colleagues. They&rsquo;ll take the time to explain tasks, and then trust you to get the job done! We might also ask you to support other colleagues in areas you excel in.&amp;#160; We&rsquo;ll be trusting you to enhance Kent&rsquo;s reputation in your daily interactions, to seek out the information and support you need, and to be open to learning new things and gaining new experiences. At this stage, you will focus on honing your craft without the added responsibility of supervising others.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 HSSEQ:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it&rsquo;s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
 
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