Implement the Area strategy for procurement as defined and approved by Management while following and enforcing the company's policies and procedures.
Establish an expediting plan defining the Purchase Order to be expedited, the type of expediting (area/desk), the budgeted number of visits for Area Expediting, etc., and update it regularly until assignment completion.
Review the Purchase Order to ensure understanding of the requirements and complete relevant expediting documentation accordingly.
Initiate contact with the supplier after award of the Purchase Order to confirm information and specifications.
Monitor supplier drawing, document status, and project progress report and take corrective action in coordination with Engineering Department to ensure timely submission/approval of drawings and documents, and delivery as per order requirements.
Liaise with the Inspection Department, especially during the fabrication and testing period, to ensure timely scheduling of inspection visits and to avoid claims for delay.
Monitor and analyze deviations from the production schedule; assess and define the actions required and coordinate their implementation with the supplier and other involved parties.
Organize the delivery of supplies according to priorities and specifications by making all the necessary arrangements including packing of material, marking instructions and transportation; detect and timely troubleshoot issues with delivery of orders.
Handle the Purchase Order completion review by monitoring supplier submittals and ensuring all required documentation, operating and maintenance instructions manuals, manufacturing record books, etc. have been completed and delivered.
Check received material upon arrival and examine deliveries to ensure accurate quantities, quality, and specifications.
Organize the flow of material between locations by coordinating with concerned store; coordinate timely inspections by the Engineer or the Client.
Coordinate with the supplier corrective actions to be taken in case of rejection of material.
Maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to optimize expediting terms and coordination; visit their premises as needed, and personally handle occurring issues with key counterparts.
Assist the team in all matters relating to expediting.
Contribute to the development and institutionalization of company's procurement, subcontract and logistics know-how, controls, and capabilities.
Research and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvements while ensuring compliance with technical and business requirements.
Assist in reporting on expediting activities to keep Management informed.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with background in Oil & Gas
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Procurement/Supply Chain management.
Good knowledge of the construction industry.
Excellent command of English and Arabic, French is a plus.
Excellent computer skills.