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Purchasing Manager (Onsite)

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Purchasing Manager – Oil & Gas (EPCM)

Basra. Iraq (28/28)

Job Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all procurement (purchasing) activities for EPCM oil & gas projects. The role ensures timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and services in line with project schedules, cost targets, and company procurement procedures.

This position is typically site-based (e.g., Majnoon Field) supporting brownfield and greenfield project execution under strict schedule and operational demands.

This aligns with active hiring needs observed across Majnoon EPCM staffing requests for procurement-related roles, including Procurement Managers and C&P positions.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing Execution

• Lead all purchasing activities for EPCM projects (RFQs, bid evaluations, PO awards).
• Ensure timely placement of Purchase Orders in line with project deliverables and schedules.
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, and Project Controls teams.
• Monitor expediting activities to ensure on-time delivery of materials to site.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Identify, evaluate, and manage approved vendor lists (AVL).
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and procurement policies.
• Manage supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and cost metrics.

Project Coordination

• Interface with Project Manager and Contracts & Procurement Manager.
• Support project schedules through proactive procurement planning.
• Provide procurement status reports, forecasts, and risk mitigation plans.
• Coordinate logistics, warehousing, and site delivery requirements.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure procurement processes comply with company procedures, EPCM standards, and client requirements.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation and records.
• Ensure adherence to international procurement standards and ethics.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor Buyers, Expeditors, and Procurement Engineers.
• Allocate workload and manage team performance.
• Support recruitment and development of procurement staff at site.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 20+ years’ experience in oil & gas procurement.
• Minimum 5+ years in a managerial/supervisory role.
• Strong EPC/EPCM project experience (FEED + EPC phases preferred).
• Proven experience working on Middle East / Iraq oil & gas projects.
• Experience with major operators or EPC contractors (e.g., ADNOC, BP, Shell).

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of EPCM procurement lifecycle.
• Experience with:
  • Long Lead Items procurement
  • Vendor qualification & sourcing
  • Contracting strategy & commercial negotiation
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Understanding of logistics, materials management, and warehousing.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work in demanding site environments (rotation-based).
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Work Conditions (Typical EPCM Iraq Site Role)

• Rotation: 28/28 (site-based)
• Camp-based accommodation with full facilities