Introduction

Follows and expedite all Contractor procurement activities for the Compression including the LLI.
Works to assure a Procurement & Materials program that meets the needs of the project, is cost-effective, expedient, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Ensures that all Procurement & Materials requirements for the Project are met, and that the requirements of the Contract in respect of procurement and materials are complied with by the Contractor.
Understands the key project drivers, defines roles and responsibilities, develops communication protocols, identifies, develops, and implements project procedures for procurement management.
The prime objective of procurement management is to ensure timely placement and delivery of critical items by anticipating issues, avoiding negative situations, and reducing the frequency of poor outcomes.
Robust procurement and expediting practices have been shown to contribute to the consistent delivery of successful projects.

About this role

Establish and maintain alignment with the PMT on project procurement needs, objectives and requirements
Establish compliance with project procurement processes and procedures
Establish project coordination procedures for procurement, and oversee the development of other coordination procedure
Review and approve Contractor’s procurement procedures and processes.
Execute Procurement Plans that support the project’s goals and objectives
Work with Contractor to develop and implement overall and individual purchasing plans (seek input from Project Sourcing Specialists as appropriate).
Review and implement Contractor’s Purchasing and Materials Management plans including plans for purchase of spare parts and for purchase of bulk materials.
Develop Closeout and Materials Reconciliation plan
Communicate with PMT on project procurement activities, progress and issues
Report schedule and cost data to PMT with regards to procurement activities
For cost adjustment items, to do a critical analysis of CBE and confirm all concerns are addressed prior to RTA approval. Prepare and seek approval from the appropriate authorities for any deviations from the procurement plan, policies and procedure
In consultation with the relevant teams (technical, planning, operations, etc.) provide necessary advice to the PMT on selection of vendors to meet project objective in terms of schedule, quality and standardization as necessary
Maintain close liaison with appropriate members of PMT (Engineering, Construction and Source Inspection Coordinator) during execution
Advise PMT of procurement issues and steps being taken to mitigate consequences including for expediting and staggered deliveries where necessary
Review Contractor’s staffing plans to optimize use of manpower
Ensure Contractor’s compliance to approved contractor procedures and prime contract coordination procedures
Review and modify, as necessary, Contractor’s purchasing and contracting documents to ensure compliance with Company’s requirements including scope, delivery, terms and conditions of the contract and cost for reimbursable procurement and / or subcontracts
Review Contractor’s compliance with Company’s prevention of information brokering and business ethics guidelines
Assist Contractor in evaluating prospective key vendors
Ensure procurement documents produced by Contractor are of acceptable quality (complete, clear)
Ensure that technical documentation related to procurement is reviewed promptly by Company engineering team, shall expedite the advanced review critical documents and queries where necessary
Duly engage in the procurement process related with items subject to cost adjustment
Engage with Supply in finalization, approval and issuance of the change order(s) related with price adjustment procurement
Plan for effective use of Contractor’s materials management system
Ensure Contractor effectively manages procurement interfaces
Appraise Contractor’s performance and enhance as appropriate
Resolve any materials-related claims
Cooperate with IPR and audit teams with respect to procurement
Ensure orderly turnover of project (with regards to procurement) to the operating organization
Provide Spare Parts Coordination for the project
Interface with project overall Spare Parts Coordinator for planning, processes, expectations and to align synergies
Understand the schedule and identify key interface points.
Ensure the delivery of all packages, equipment and material is performed in line with the project schedule, the Company approved vendor list and Company technical requirements
Establish and implement plan for spare parts management and coordinate spares acquisition process
Provide oversight of the EPCM spare parts related activities including obtaining the Required Spare Parts List (RSPL) data.
Work issues as appropriate to ensure materials and equipment are received at needed location on schedule
Provide subcontracting administration support required
Reinforce and support Compression Contracts procurement teams as and when necessary

Is this you?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a major project environment
within the oil and gas industry, with exposure in procurement of critical and rotating equipment and materials and 3 years in expediting and multi-cultural teams and as Lead of Procurement for mega projects.
Daily direct procurement supervision will not be available when located overseas or rotating; therefore, additional requirements are as follows:
Must be a self-starter and able to work in a virtual organization
Ability to monitor Contractor purchasing activities including track/monitor key equipment and material purchases
Good communication and interpersonal skills.