Responsibilities:
- Set the project procurement strategy for LLI (Long Lead items)
- Set the project strategy based on the full procurement list of the project (tender packages, bidders list, schedule, budget, roles and responsibilities)
- Interact with the PM (Project Manager) and obtain consensus on the project procurement strategy
- Present the project procurement strategy to the own hierarchy, the CRM (Capex review Meeting) and the project Steerco
- Interact with Category leads, as defined in the procurement plan
- Ensure correct implementation of tools, processes and standards throughout the project
- Manage the EPCm procurement and contracting staff, and ensure adequate mobilization
- Resolve critical expediting and claim issues, pro-actively manage risk
- Deliver on schedule and cost objectives of the project related to Procurement, regularly report status on project variance and schedule risks.
- Control the need-to-pay process and resolve any issues
- Have a clear overview of the project cash flow situation and requirements
- Document all contract award decisions as per corporate guidelines, based on a transparent risk assessment related to HSE, Schedule, Quality, Contract and Commercial aspects.
- Drive for a strong commercial process and proactively in the project procurement strategy during TBE (multiple qualified bids) and final negotiations.
- Collaborates in internal and external audits.
- Manage vendors & contractors onsite, analyze potential risks, and recommend actions to mitigate the problems from construction (EHS, manpower, logistics …)
- Leading the project procurement of projects from 20 M up to 500 M
- Leading a team of EPCm resources and ensure engagement of Category Managers and Capex Buyers
- Interacting with the supplier and contractor based on international and global level
- Reporting into the Project Management team and the own organization
- Possibility to lead projects in other countries.
- Regular travel to suppliers where needed (shop expediting, EPCm location)
Requirements:
- University degree, in Engineering, Economics or equivalent
- Procurement background of 5 to 10 years, of which a minimum 3 to 5 years in a Capex environment
- Strong contracting skills
- Competent (written and verbal) English
- Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package