Senior Procurement Officer

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

We are hiring "Senior Procurement Officer" responsible for the Execution of procurement strategies, vendor relationships and category-specific procurement activities as well as support in undertaking strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations and cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective procurement processes in line with established policies, processes, and applicable regulations at the client site in Oman LNG.

Leading the Strategic Procurement Planning for ONLG:

• Assist in development and execution of category-specific procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and market trends.
• Conduct market research, analyse trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Supplier Sourcing and Vendor Management:
• Assist in sourcing and identification of potential suppliers, assessing their capabilities and suitability for the organization's needs
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, pricing, reliability, and compliance with organizational standards
• Contract Negotiation and Management:
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop and finalize contracts, negotiating terms, pricing and service level agreements
• Ensure adherence to contract terms and conditions, monitoring supplier performance against agreements
• Purchase Order Management:
• Manage    purchase    orders, ensuring    accuracy, timely processing and coordination with suppliers for on-time deliveries
• Collaborate with inventory teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure seamless supply chain operations
• Cost Management and Savings Initiatives:
• Analyse pricing trends, market conditions and supplier costs to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Implement strategies to reduce procurement costs without compromising quality or service
• Supplier Relationship Building:
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with vendors, fostering collaboration and resolving issues promptly
• Regularly assess supplier performance, providing feedback, and driving continuous improvement
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
• Track and maintain KPIs for procurement processes, oversee data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Generate comprehensive reports on the same to present insights and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders

• Masters / Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Experience 

• 3 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or supply chain roles
• Experience in Oil and Gas sector

• Duration of contract ; temporary contract ( one year )