Procurement Manager

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance. 

We have an outstanding record in completing major Energy, Marine, Infrastructure and Defense & Security projects around the globe and we pride ourselves on delivering over the years the kind of reliability and trust that the client has the right to expect from a major EPC contractor.

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a seasoned and mature Procurement Manager to join our Procurement team, working for the one of our Oil and Gas Project; the role will be based in our Dubai Office and will have weekly visits to the site.

Are you a self-motivated Procurement professional, looking for a new role to get passionate about? Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We’d like to meet you! 

Build towards excellence.

Role summary:

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for the overall management of procurement activities (in terms of costs, time and quality) and the different disciplines (Procurement, Subcontract, Expediting, Logistics) assigned under Procurement team in Project execution from its commencement, through to completion and close out. 

Sounds exciting? Read on.

What you will need to do: 

• Establish in agreement with the Project Manager the Procurement Execution Plan, Logistic Plan detailing Project organization and strategy for the critical Procurement items, works or services
• Organize and execute Procurement activities for materials, services, Subcontracts in order to provide effective and efficient services to meet the Project and Client needs.
• Establish and manage the Project Procurement Plan and Procurement Tracking Schedule including organization of interface with other disciplines to plan and monitor all coming activities as well as schedule update
• Manage the preparation of the Project Vendor List considering the Client's requirements.
• Concluding the Vendor’s selection based on technical, commercial and risk assessment criteria in coordination with the Project Manager and in accordance with Contractor’s Procurement policies and Main Contract requirements.
• Implement and drive the procurement strategies in order to meet cost savings targets.
• Ensure a close, continuous and efficient interface with Engineering, Project Control, Construction, Quality and Stores dept.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliances in all the procurement transactions within the team.
• Monitor the compliance with the Procurement Procedures and Client Contractual requirements.
• Participate to the Client interface meeting for any Procurement subject matters.
• Coordinate Procurement activities from the issue of the Material Requisitions up to the delivery of materials at the Project , and assure the Vendor's assistance during Construction and Commissioning activities.
• Ensure proper negotiation with Vendors (T&C, schedule, commercial aspects etc.), commercial evaluation and selection of Vendors.
• Ensure proper Contracts/Agreements finalization and Contract follow up.
• Vendors’ and Subcontractors’ Management.
• Coordinate the Expediting team and ensure the material delivery in full compliance with the agreement and project’s requirements.
• Coordinate, lead and supervise all logistics activities.
• Issue the Procurement Reports for the Project Management Team and Client.
• Analyze the areas of concern (for procurement related activities), identify risks/impact in project execution and suggest possible solutions and corrective actions.
• Train team on effective procurement processes and strategy.

What you will need to have: 

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Overall 10 years’ experience in work related field
• Previous experience with projects in Middle East is welcomed.
• Experience in EPC Projects above USD 50M with ADNOC (or equivalent) is a must.
• Previous experience in large Oil & Gas Projects is required. 
• Previous experience in leading and manage a team of a minimum of 5-6 people.
• High mobility and willingness to travel between home base office and the Project site.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems and any other related software.
• Fluency in English.

You are someone who:

• Possesses excellent leadership, communication and co-operation skills.
• Demonstrate ability to build strong working relationships and manage reporting at Project and Division level with people of various cultures and nationalities.
• Possesses excellent analytical skills.

What’s in it for you: 

Expat package is on the shelf, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoring our open vacancies and our LinkedIn page!  Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.