Senior Buyer

Are you interested in leading high-value procurement for next-generation offshore projects? Can you negotiate contracts and drive cost savings?

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We are looking for a Senior Buyer to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for turnkey projects. In this role, you will manage RFQs, negotiations, and end-to-end PO execution to secure the best cost, schedule, quality, and contractual outcomes.

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Tasks & responsibilities:

• Act as a primary liaison with vendors on assigned turnkey projects or fleet vessels.
• Implement global sourcing strategies and set up RFQs in compliance with corporate processes.
• Analyse market trends and vendor capabilities; ensure all bidders are qualified before issuing RFQS.
• Liaise with Category Managers to leverage pre-agreed terms and escalate vendor issues for strategic sourcing improvements.
• Lead the tendering phase: coordinate clarifications, normalise bids, and manage negotiations to secure optimal commercial and contractual terms.
• Develop detailed cost breakdowns and schedules; identify savings opportunities and obtain internal approvals.
• Prepare comprehensive commercial bid evaluations with clear recommendations for purchase, including risk/opportunity assessments.
• Provide end-to-end commercial support through PO execution: negotiate Variation Orders, manage claims, and ensure timely delivery of vendor documents.
• Monitor vendor performance, conduct root-cause analyses on quality issues, and drive corrective actions with stakeholders.
• Expedite vendor support through pre-commissioning and commissioning phases, and lead handover sessions to completion teams.
• Support and mentor Junior Buyers and Category Buyers on project-specific procurement activities.
• Track and report on procurement budget performance (actual vs. forecast) and escalate cost, schedule, or quality issues early.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, preferably in offshore, EPC, or shipbuilding environments.
• Proven track records leading RFQs, commercial negotiations, and PO close-out processes.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in cost breakdowns, forecasting, and earned-value techniques.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; able to collaborate across disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to drive savings and manage contractual risks (Variation Orders, claims negotiation).
• Familiarity with procurement systems and processes (e.g., SAP, GEMS/SAPHYRE).
• Leadership experience, including monitoring junior team members and coordinating cross-functional activities.
• Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing.