Do you enjoy the challenge of juggling multiple tasks and keeping everything well-organized? If so, a career as a procurement officer may be the perfect fit for you. Find out more about what it’s like to work as a procurement officer and which qualifications and skills you need to become one.

 

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Information Security Officer

Location: Den Haag

Branche: Public Sector

Expertise: IT & Shared Services

Experience: 5 years

In deze rol ben je verantwoordelijk voor het begeleiden van cloudrisicoafwegingen binnen twee complexe projecten waarin zeer gevoelige data wordt verwerkt. Je onderzoekt of, en onder welke voorwaarden, verwerking in de cloud mogelijk is, waarbij je zowel technische als juridische aspecten meeneemt. Parallel hieraan ontwikkel je een structurele cloudafwegingsmethode - inclusief proces en organisatorische inrichting - die als template kan dienen voor toekomstige trajecten. Je zal risicoanalyses uitvoeren en brengt inhoudelijke expertise in op het gebied van informatiebeveiligingsrisico's en passende maatregelen. Daarbij pas je relevante securityrichtlijnen toe, zoals de BIO en ISO 27001, en houd je rekening met wet- en regelgeving zoals de AVG, Wjsg en Wpg.

Procurement Coordinator

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Follow up with Contractor’s buyers, expeditors & inspectors during the procurement phase.Research the international market for qualified vendors & develop vendor evaluation and selection criteria and participate in vendor’s Audit for compliance with project requirement.Update Company Preferred Vendors List (PVL) with all lessons learned.Attend technical and commercial meetings as required.Evaluate vendor performance during execution of the work and set up resolution for procurement related issues in a timely manner.Participate in development and improvement of the organization procurement polices strategies and control procedures.Accountable for Spare Part management by the EPIC Contractor, and in collaboration with procurement and Operations departments, End users and warehouse. Manage SPIR and SAP processes through completion of spare parts identification and timely delivery from EPIC Contractor to parts in accordance with the project schedule.Participate in and support project closeout activities.Identify areas of opportunity that can result in cost/time savings, complexity reduction and propose solutions to realize these benefits and incorporate Lessons Learnt in database.

HSE Officer

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Responsible for Management and site implementation of HSE requirements throughout the project duration and collaborate with relevant departments, stakeholders and disciplines to ensure regulatory complianceSupports and provide inputs to the Sr. HSE Engineer for implementing the Project HSE Performance Monitoring, HSE Objectives and Initiatives, HSE-related procedures, guidelines, standards, and policies to ensure Project activities are conducted safely and in compliance with Operational and Corporate requirements.Implement Company’s Environment Management system and capable to identify noncompliance and recommend immediate corrective measures and long-term solution to prevent recurrence.Monitor the implementation of HSE Legal requirements, regulatory bodies, national laws and regulations, and State of Qatar-ratified international conventions and protocols within Project activities.Participate and provide support to carry out and maintain records of Project HSE risk register to ensure proper recording, monitoring and close-out of Project HSE Risks throughout project duration.Participate in review of contractors HSE documentations (HSE Plan, HSE Procedures and other HSE requirements) to ensure contractors are compliant to HSE requirements.Participate in review of contractor's HSE Personnel CV's and competence assessment test/ personal interview prior to mobilization of contractors HSE personnel at project site to ensure compliance with Company Corporate Standard for Managing HSE In ContractsConduct incident investigation and reporting, including the implementation of preventive and corrective actions of incidents/accidents that occur within projects to ensure compliance with corporate procedures for Incident management.Conduct site safety meetings and HSE awareness among Company project staff and ContractorsConduct safety audits on the project involving all parties to ensure compliance with safety policies and advise corrective actions, following up to ensure proper implementation.Compile reports and prepare statistical and trend analysis reports to assess safety performances.Contribute towards updating HSE Codes, Standards, Specifications, and Philosophies.

TSP Procurement Specialist

Location: Geismar

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Purchase

Experience: 0 years

Develop and execute category strategies that generate cost savings, enhance quality, and ensure reliable service levels. Lead sourcing events including bid document creation, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract execution. Manage spend for assigned categories, determine sourcing plans, and ensure adherence to procurement governance. Provide procurement subject matter expertise to business teams and support operational decision-making. Track and analyze market intelligence, supplier performance data, and risk indicators. Partner with stakeholders to define demand forecasts, specifications, and service expectations. Support Supplier Relationship Management programs including performance management and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic sourcing projects and process improvements. Conduct cost benefit and total cost of ownership analyses to support recommendations. Promote standardization of procurement processes, compliance, and Responsible Care principles. Contribute to change management efforts to enable adoption of new procurement practices and strategy. Communicate risks, opportunities, and contracting strategies to leadership and project teams. Qualifications and Skills Proficiency with SAP-ARIBA, e-sourcing systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel. Ability to build and influence strong internal and external relationships under demanding timelines. Supplier performance oversight experience with focus on safety and compliance. Analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in spend analytics and cost modeling. Professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or CSCMP considered an asset. Understanding of logistics concepts including Incoterms and cross-border work arrangements.

Senior KYC/CDD analist

Location: Tilburg

Branche: Financial Services

Expertise: Marketing & Sales

Experience: 3 years

Uitvoeren van (periodieke) CDD/KYC-onderzoeken op nieuwe en bestaande klanten. Signaleren van integriteitsrisico's en verdachte transacties. Analyseren van complexe klantstructuren, (internationale) holdings en trustconstructies. Opstellen van heldere analyses en onderbouwde risico-indicaties. Samenwerken met collega-analisten, compliance officers en andere stakeholders.

Procurement officer job role 

As a procurement officer, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of the procurement process within an organisation. Your primary role will be to ensure that goods and services are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner, while adhering to company policies and regulations. From construction to mining, manufacturing to retail, procurement officers contribute their expertise across diverse industries.

Procurement officer responsibilities 

Depending on the industry you work in, procurement officers have the following responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies and plans to achieve organizational objectives
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate contracts and agreements
  • Monitor and review supplier performance and resolve any issues or conflicts
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends and opportunities for cost reduction
  • Collaborate with other departments to assess procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
  • Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and prepare reports as required
    Stay updated with industry standards and best practices in procurement

Procurement officer qualifications 

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance or a related field
  • Proven experience in procurement or purchasing roles
  • Knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and laws
  • Ability to analyse and interpret data for effective decision-making
  • Proficient in using procurement software and tools

Procurement officer skills 

In addition to the qualifications mentioned above, you should also have the following skills to become a successful procurement officer:

  • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Negotiation and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and financial skills
  • Good understanding of contract management
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
  • Strong ethics and integrity in handling procurement processes

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