Procurement of goods and services on demand of the project and the new organization, in particular for local activities and site interfaces.
Responsible for the total procurement process (prequalification, RFQ, bid comparison, negotiations, award, expediting, close-out).
Ensure timely supply of all required materials, equipment, spare parts, raw materials and services to support site preparation, construction, operations and maintenance of the new assets.
Ensure framework agreements and contracts are in place, in particular on demand of HSSE, General Services, Facility Management, Construction, Inspection, Operations and Maintenance.
Bring best value in TCO to the project and assets, drive for cost reduction, guarantee supply and optimize working capital.
A) Procurement
Manage the total procurement process (prequalification, RFQ, bid comparison, negotiations, award, expediting, close-out).
Ensure timely supply of all required materials, equipment, spare parts, raw materials and services to operate and maintain the new assets.
Ensure all framework agreements and contracts are in place for Operations and Maintenance.
Back-office procurement and facilitate the P2P process in SAP.
Bring best value in TCO to the assets, drive for cost reduction, guarantee supply and optimize working capital.
Participate in scope definition for equipment, materials and services.
Challenge demand appropriately and critically review requisitions, specifications and scope.
Conduct market research and source the market for best opportunities, partners and alternatives which fit for purpose. Identify and recommend new suppliers that can offer commercial and/or technical advantages to the Company to mitigate risks.
Screen and evaluate suppliers based on quality, service, reliability, safety, energy performance and efficiency, production and distribution capabilities, availability, solvency, reputation and history.
Solicit and follow up bid proposals.
Analyze quotations, prices and commercial conditions and set-up a commercial bid comparison.
Coordinate the evaluation process and interfaces with other disciplines.
Lead negotiations to secure best commercial terms in accordance with the technical specifications and (project) requirements to ensure best value for the assets.
Benchmark prices and commercial conditions to determine competitive price setting.
Prepare and issue purchase orders.
Ensure on time deliveries by adequate expediting.
Develop and execute action plans to optimize stock levels in coordination with technical departments and supply warehouse. Ensure on time stock replenishment without any shortage to secure supply and business continuity.
Evaluate and monitor supplier performance.
Develop, implement and execute contract (renewal) strategies.
Lead the contractor qualification process and coordinate HSSE evaluation.
Negotiate or renegotiate and administer frame agreements and contracts.
Evaluate and monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.
Resolve complaints and determine corrective actions in case of defective materials or unacceptable performance.
Ensure in-depth knowledge of the global, regional and local outline agreements which are in place
B) HSSE
Actively participate in raising safety awareness of project team members and (sub)contractors on site.
Help to ensure contractors and suppliers understand the HSSE policies.
Identify and help wherever possible to implement HSSE improvements.
C) Systems & Ethics
Maintain strict confidentiality and ethics on all commercial and contractual matters.
Comply with all project procedures, DOA and financial audit requirements.
Follow, communicate and implement all applicable legislation and changes to policies.
Education/Experience
Engineer, bachelor or master degree in science, business and/or economics.
Seasoned and experienced technical procurement specialist, preferably in a project environment or production plant.
Significant experience in Oil and Gas or (petro)chemical industry, preferably in the Antwerp or Benelux areas.
Technical Skills
In-depth knowledge and expertise in technical procurement and contract management.
Good technical knowledge of (engineered) equipment, materials and (construction) services in a (petro)chemical production plant.
Good knowledge of legal aspects.
Relevant market knowledge.
IT skills: SAP MM, MS Office.
Fluent in Dutch and English (verbal and written).
Behavioral Skills
Excellent negotiation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building.
Excellent business and commercial sense.
Good analytical skills.
Strong team player.
Self-starter able to define and prioritize issues and solve problems.
Flexible, proactive, punctual and integer.
Innovative, with an eye for identifying opportunities to reduce costs and challenge status quo.
