Manager Procurement

Lutech Resources•Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

The Manager Procurement requires an in-depth understanding of procurement concepts, theories, and principles, along with basic knowledge of related disciplines. The role applies industry understanding to improve effectiveness, provide guidance, influence procurement processes and policies, and identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems. The manager influences service levels and the procurement team’s ability to meet quality and timeliness objectives. Decisions are guided by policies, resource requirements, budgets, and the business plan. The role leads a team of procurement professionals and manages project procurement of materials, equipment, and services in accordance with company and client requirements, project schedules, specifications, and budgets. It works across MDR departments and with PPMs, vendors, Legal, and Accounts Payable, and is accountable for procurement execution, commercial evaluations, purchase order awards, compliance, reporting, staff development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Engineering graduate.
Over 15 years of relevant experience.
Supply chain functional, O&G business, industry, and leadership expertise or background.
Strong organizational and business analysis skills across multiple functions.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and deliver specific project deliverables.
Ability to identify opportunities, research creative solutions, and implement new processes.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
Strong experience leading cross-functional team engagement and ability to drive process and system changes.
Core business process expertise across multiple functions.
Experience developing project execution strategies.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of procurement professionals.
Plan, organize, and manage procurement of materials, equipment, and services required for projects in accordance with company and client requirements.
Ensure compliance with established company policies and procedures.
Interface between the procurement function and other MDR departments on matters related to project materials procurement.
Work closely with PPMs.
Oversee procurement activities for project materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project or end-user schedules, specifications, and budgets.
Implement the Project Procurement Execution Strategy applicable to each project.
Manage the Project Procurement group in conducting RFQs, commercial evaluations, and purchase order awards.
Resolve commercial and Terms & Conditions criteria and issues related to RFQs and purchase orders.
Monitor project procurement activities and performance, providing direction and support to team members to ensure project requirements are delivered successfully.
Liaise with vendors, lead participation in commercial clarification meetings or conference calls, and serve as the company focal point for pre-award commercial discussions.
Work with Legal to resolve vendor terms and conditions and with Accounts Payable to resolve vendor payment issues.
Support post-order activities as necessary.
Monitor and review market conditions and report price and delivery trends for project materials and equipment.
Ensure the Project Procurement group conforms to company policies and Procurement Procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement of procurement methodologies and processes.
Supervise, train, and coordinate buyers and supporting staff, and provide ongoing support in their work.
Conduct regular staff performance reviews.
Review and approve commercial bid evaluations, purchase orders, and purchase order revisions in accordance with the Delegated Authority Matrix.
Provide procurement reports as necessary and undertake tasks, activities, and assignments at the direction of the Director- Supply Chain.