Procurement Specialist

Job Opening: Procurement Specialist – NFPS Compression Projects
Location: Qatar
Department: Project Management Team (PMT)
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Law, Engineering, Accounting, Business Admin, or related fields
Experience: 8+ years in Oil & Gas, including 5 years as a Procurement Specialist
Work Schedule: 8–10 hours/day | 6 days/week
Rotation: 12 weeks On / 2 weeks Off
Status: Single Status

Job Purpose
The Procurement Specialist will monitor, expedite, and control all Contractor procurement activities for the NFPS Compression Projects—including long‑lead items (LLI). Responsible for ensuring a cost‑effective, compliant, and timely procurement and materials management program, aligned with company procedures and project needs. Job Context & Key Challenges

• Ensuring timely delivery of critical procurement items, including CPY‑novated materials.
• Providing early warning on potential delays and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Managing high volumes of procurement activities under strict deadlines and complex project requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Project & Procurement Alignment

• Maintain alignment on procurement objectives within PMT and ensure adherence to procurement processes.
• Support Procurement Lead in developing and reviewing procurement procedures, tools, PSE, MSR, SSR, etc.

Procurement Oversight

• Oversee EPC Contractor purchasing plans and implementation.
• Support approvals for deviations, cost adjustments, claims, and changes in coordination with technical and planning teams.
• Report procurement progress, risks, and mitigation plans.

Expediting & Logistics

• Implement effective expediting strategies for timely delivery of packages, equipment, and materials.
• Work closely with logistics teams to support scheduled deliveries.

Vendor & Documentation

• Collaborate with Quality and Contractor to evaluate vendors and review critical documents.
• Expedite urgent vendor documentation and technical queries.

Interfaces & Coordination

• Coordinate with Spare Parts Coordinator to align RSPL requirements and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain strong working relationships with planning, cost control, contracts, and business teams.
• Support additional duties as delegated by the Procurement Lead.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• 8+ years of diversified Oil & Gas experience.
• At least 5 years as Procurement Specialist on major projects.
• Strong EPC contractor monitoring capabilities.
• High proficiency in MS Office, business applications, and SAP.
• Excellent written/spoken English, strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a lean, high‑pressure environment.

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