Buyer

Minimum Qualifications• B.Sc. Eng or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Instrumentation from a recognized university.• Middle east/Gulf experience will be an added advantage and is preferred.• Proficiency in English Language (Speak, Read and Write)• Understand and follow plant safety standards and procedures.• Able to write and express complex ideas, instructions and procedures.• Proficiency in business reports, technical and commercial analysis.

Minimum Work Experience• At least 8-10 years work experience in refinery or petrochemical or Oil and Gas sector in therelevant field.• Adheres to and follows all safety policies, practices and procedures.• Adheres to and follows all HR and company policies, practices and procedures• Follows instructions provided by superiors and understands, respects chain of command.• Actively supports customers and creates a team work environment• Ensure the implementation of and adherence to Company policies and procedures which govern the purchasing of goods and services and the disposal of assets on behalf of the Company• Capable of working independently, with a minimum of supervision.• Knowledge of current market trends and developments (to support supply chain operations)• Monitor and control compliance with complex agreements and tendering• Vendor negotiations leading to contract or purchase order award• Receives, verifies and actions purchase requisitions (PR’s) – for spare parts, materials and supplies.• Works with the team to deliver robust contracts management on existing agreements to ensure best deals to the Company• Strong data analysis and technical / commercial evaluation skills• Plan and establish long term supply agreements and implement tendering plans for different material categories• Documentation / Records in accordance with relevant policies and procedures• Should have a thorough knowledge and hand on experience in respective fields.• Strong co-ordination & interpersonal skills.• Good working knowledge of procurement applications of SAP software• Good working knowledge in MS Office.• Knowledge of working in MS Project will be preferred. 

Job Requirements (but not limited to)• Professional relationships with vendors / suppliers – established / maintained• Technical and procedural discussions with vendors / suppliers – as required• Preparation of bidders lists and tender documents• Technical and commercial evaluation of suppliers• Issue of purchase orders and of supply agreements• Maintenance of procurement filing system• Preparation of Tender Committee submissions• Issuing of tender enquiries and open tender documentation• Evaluation of tenders and submissions to Tender Committee• Computer literate – Word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages• Comfortable working with figures and calculations• Sound understanding of contract, documentation and purchase orders terms and conditions• Experience of purchasing within the Petrochemical industry – preferably in Middle East region• Knowledge of shipping and freight terms and conditions• Position provides service to internal customers requires service orientation & good liaison and cooperation skills.