Buyer (Oil and Gas/Manufacturing)

Job Description

NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per job description below.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Buyer to join our team. This individual will be responsible for sourcing reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials and services at competitive prices. The Buyer plays a crucial role in supporting our production and maintenance operations by maintaining optimal inventory levels and strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers based on pricing, product quality, and delivery performance.
• Lead supplier development and evaluation initiatives.
• Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement and inventory records.
• Play a key role in procuring raw materials such as steel tubes/bars, elastomers, and chemicals.
• Support the maintenance department by arranging services and sourcing parts for ongoing plant operations.
• Procure consumables and stationery items as needed.
• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing with vendors to drive cost savings.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Track and expedite purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any delays or shortages.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and address any performance-related issues.
• Analyze market trends to anticipate material needs and evaluate potential cost impacts.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand material and service requirements.
• Assist with vendor audits, contract reviews, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Identify and develop new vendors to expand sourcing options.
• Analyze MRP messages and take appropriate procurement actions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Planning, Production, Inventory, Logistics, QA/QC, and Engineering to support daily manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Finance teams for contracts, terms, and conditions.
  
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong background in purchasing functions.
• Proficient in sourcing metal tubes and bars for oil and gas equipment manufacturing.
• Familiarity with local and international customs regulations.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of local and global market dynamics.
• Experience working with suppliers across different time zones.
• Ability to interpret purchasing-related documentation.
• Competence in presenting and explaining technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to organize, store, and retrieve information in line with basic QMS (Quality Management System) standards.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in related studies.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in a similar buying and/or procurement position in the Middle East region.
  
  

Desirable

• Supply Chain certifications.
• Procurement, purchasing, inventory, logistics experience in Manufacturing.
• Experience working in oil and gas manufacturing environments highly preferred.
• JD Edwards ERP knowledge.
  
  

About Us

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

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Service Above All

This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.