Objective of the Position:
brThe Senior Buyer leads the end-to-end procurement strategy and execution for complex packages (equipment, materials, subcontracts, and specialized services) within industrial plant projects (EPC, water treatment, power, utilities). The role secures best total cost, quality, delivery, and risk allocation across the full project lifecycle—acting as the procurement voice in the project, negotiating critical terms, managing supplier performance, and coordinating closely with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, Legal, and Finance.
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brThey also lead and mentor other buyers, orchestrating multiple workstreams and taking strategic decisions on critical packages.
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br1) Project Procurement Leadership
brOwn the full procurement cycle for assigned packages: market screening, RFI/RFQ, bid clarification, technical/commercial alignment, cost breakdowns, negotiations, award, and post‑award contract management.
brBuild the procurement strategy per package (timeline, sourcing options, risk mitigation, make/buy, standardization, evaluation criteria) aligned with Project Management and corporate policies.
brDrive procurement from basic engineering through commissioning, ensuring scope, cost, and schedule adherence.
brManage supplier interfaces across design, FAT/SAT, logistics, site delivery, and documentation close‑out.
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br2) Cross‑Functional Stakeholder Management
brEngineering: align specifications, freeze BoMs, manage deviations/VORs, coordinate inspections and FAT punch‑lists.
brConstruction / Site: delivery sequencing, site constraints, lift plans, off‑loading/positioning coordination, pre‑alerts.
brQuality (QA/QC): ITPs, material certificates, NCR resolution, dossier QA/QC completeness.
brHSE / PRL: compliance requirements, inductions, access documentation, method statements.
brPlanning / PMO: procurement schedule L2/L3, critical path, expediting priorities.
brLegal Finance: payment terms, securities, LDs, IP, insurance, currency exposure, and claims.
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br3) Supplier Strategy, Negotiation Performance
brDevelop competitive supply strategies (dual sourcing, framework agreements, LTA/MTA) and supplier development plans for critical commodities (e.g., pumps, valves, skids, MCCs, instrumentation, structural steel, piping).
brLead complex commercial negotiations: Incoterms, payment milestones, LDs, performance guarantees, warranty, IP, documentation deliverables, after‑sales service.
brSet and track KPIs (OTD, quality/NCRs, documentation on‑time, service levels) and enforce recovery plans.
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br4) Team Leadership Mentoring
brCoordinate workloads for junior and mid‑level buyers, supervising bid tabs, compliance checks, and contract drafts.
brCoach on negotiation tactics, market intelligence, cost breakdown analysis, and contractual risk.
brUphold documentation standards and procurement governance across the team.
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br5) Contracting Risk Management
brTranslate project risks into robust contract terms (LDs, securities/retention or bonds, warranty levels, IP/license clauses, variation mechanisms, acceptance criteria, documentation prerequisites).
brLead change management and claims with suppliers (cost/time), ensuring timely notices and evidence.
brDrive prevention: early escalation on delays, quality risks, logistics constraints, and cash‑flow pressure.
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br6) Documentation Compliance
brGuarantee complete technical documentation delivery before shipment: datasheets, drawings, PIDs redlines, certificates (CE/CoC), OM manuals, ITPs, as‑built, QA/QC dossier, PRL/HSE credentials.
brEnsure ERP/SRM/DMS records are accurate; enforce audit‑ready files (LOAs, bid tabs, NDAs, MoMs, CMs).
brPromote digital procurement tools and standardized templates.
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brCore Competencies
brTechnical
brSolid expertise in industrial/EPC procurement, subcontracts, and international logistics (Incoterms®, CIP/DAP/DDP).
brAbility to read PIDs, electrical SLDs, GA drawings, and interpret technical specifications.
brStrong contracting skills (LDs, warranty, IP, acceptance, change/variation, termination, dispute mechanisms).
brCost modeling, should‑cost, and TCO mindset.
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brLeadership Business
brInfluential stakeholder management across engineering, site, and executive levels.
brPrioritization in fast‑moving, multi‑project environments; decision‑making under uncertainty.
brPeople leadership: coaching, feedback, and delegation.
brStrategic sourcing and supplier development.
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brPersonal
brAdvanced negotiation and communication (verbal and written).
brAnalytical, structured, and outcome‑oriented.
brOwnership, resilience, and high ethical standards.
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brExperience Qualifications
br~7–10+ years in industrial/EPC procurement (water treatment, energy, OG, chemicals, utilities, or similar).
br~ Degree in Engineering, Business/Finance, or International Trade (or equivalent experience).
br~ Professional English (negotiations and technical documentation); additional languages a plus.
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brTools: ERP (e.g., SAP/Oracle/Nav), eSourcing suites, and DMS; BIM literacy (nice to have for documents interfaces)
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brWhat we offer:
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brCompetitive salary + Benefits ( Health and Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Flex retribution)
brHybrid model
brFlexible working hours