Senior Buyer

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Procurement Operations

Ensure timely supply of goods and materials to support business operations
Implement and maintain compliance with all procurement policies, processes, and procedures
Manage the procure-to-pay cycle, including processing requisitions, creating purchase orders, and managing spot purchases
Apply ABC analysis to optimize procurement activities

Strategic Sourcing & Tendering

Lead tendering processes with focus on technical requirements, particularly Health, Safety, and Environmental standards
Conduct vendor market research and develop strategies for key tenders
Create vendor shortlists and manage RFP/RFQ processes
Develop and maintain the procurement plan in alignment with business objectives

Supplier Management

Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers
Initiate and coordinate vendor qualification (KYC) processes with the compliance team
Monitor supplier performance including compliance, disputes, invoicing, and warranty issues
Lead supplier performance reviews and benchmarking exercises

Commercial & Contract Management

Lead multi-disciplinary teams in contract negotiations
Identify and implement cost savings initiatives across technical requirements, volumes, vendor diversification, and pricing
Liaise with Legal for drafting and approval of contract terms and conditions
Demonstrate value for money in all procurement activities

Performance & Reporting

Monitor and report procurement KPIs including savings, OTIF (On-Time In-Full), and P2P cycle time
Analyze high levels of data to drive procurement decisions
Collaborate with Finance on supplier payment terms
Drive Total Cost of Ownership optimization initiatives

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business-related discipline
Master's degree is advantageous

Experience

Minimum 7 years' procurement experience
2-3 years in a management role OR 4+ years in a senior operations/supply chain specialist position
Oil & Gas industry experience required

Technical Skills

Personal Attributes

Mature leader with experience handling difficult conversations
Team-oriented problem solver with outstanding communication and persuasive skills
Demonstrates integrity and ethics
Flexible with a "can-do" positive outlook
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Language Requirements