Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Location: Qatar

Salary : TBD

We are seeking an experienced and technically competent Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of raw materials and operational supplies for our lubricant manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate must have in-depth knowledge of various grades of base oils and lubricant additives , along with proven experience in general procurement for plant operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality materials required for production efficiency and cost control.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or Supply Chain Management .
• 7+ years of procurement experience in a lubricant or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of base oils and lubricant additives , including their classifications and applications.
• Hands-on experience in general procurement across all plant operations.
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP Preferred).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language is highly preferred .

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Base Oil & Additive Procurement:

• Source and manage procurement of various grades of base oils , including: Group I, Group II, Group III, Group IV (PAO), and Group V (Ester, Naphthenic, etc.)
• Ensure quality, compatibility, and stock availability of base oils for multiple lubricant formulations.
• Procure a wide range of lubricant additives , such as:
• Detergents, dispersants, antioxidants
• Anti-wear agents, VI improvers, pour point depressants
• Friction modifiers, corrosion inhibitors
• Collaborate with R&D and production teams to meet technical and blending specifications.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships with global additive and base oil manufacturers

🔹 General Procurement:

• Oversee procurement of plant-wide operational needs including:
• Packaging materials (drums, caps, labels)
• Machinery, spare parts, maintenance tools
• General consumables, safety items, and services
• Negotiate with local and international vendors to secure cost-effective, high-quality materials.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with warehouse, production, and maintenance departments.

🔹 Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure procurement activities align with company policies, ISO standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain procurement documentation, contracts, purchase orders, and supplier evaluations.
• Track market trends in petrochemical raw materials and report on cost fluctuations and availability.