Lead Buyer

Description

• Manage vendor qualification, performance evaluation, and risk assessment.
• Develop sourcing strategies and identify qualified vendors aligned with project technical requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global OEMs, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, procurement procedures, and industry best practices.
• Work with legal and contracts teams to prepare purchase orders, frame agreements, and commercial terms.
• Manage change orders, delivery schedules, and logistics requirements.
• Support expediting activities to resolve delays and ensure on-time delivery.
• Perform cost analysis, price benchmarking, and market research for critical packages.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, logistics, QA/QC, and expediting to ensure materials and equipment are delivered according to project timelines.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate bids (technical and commercial), and conduct negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for major equipment, packages, and services related to FPSO topsides, hull, and marine systems.
• Provide regular procurement progress reports and updates to project management.
• Coordinate vendor clarification meetings and resolve technical–commercial issues with engineering teams.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of EPC contracting, topsides/mechanical packages, rotating/static equipment, or marine systems.
• Familiar with Incoterms, international procurement, and global supply markets.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience managing high-value procurement packages.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and vendor interface skills.
• Minimum 8–12 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in FPSO or offshore oil & gas projects.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance