Senior Purchasing Specialist
Core
Senior Purchasing Specialist supporting large EPC projects as owner representative, managing procurement of goods and services, negotiating supplier terms, and overseeing execution by other EPC contractors.
Role type
Senior IC purchasing specialist (EPC/Owner Representative)
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier agreements, and cost-efficient supply chains for large-scale energy and industrial projects.
Domain
Energy transition, refining, LNG, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceuticals
Required skills
Cradle-to-grave procurement management, supplier negotiation, cost reduction strategy, category sourcing, project management oversight (PMC), contract execution, market forecasting, supplier base development, claim resolution, E-procurement tools, MS Office proficiency, analytical skills
Preferred skills
Pharmaceuticals capital projects experience, Lumpsum Procurement environment experience
Technologies
E-procurement tools, e-bidding, e-auctions, MS Office
Responsibilities
Execute and supervise bid, evaluate, and award cycles; negotiate favorable terms and long-term contracts; drive cost reduction initiatives; track and forecast cost drivers; develop category-specific sourcing strategies; identify corrective actions for quality/schedule issues; locate and analyze supplier bases; create long-term supplier partnerships; conduct procurement closeout and claim settlements; participate in important negotiations; oversee procurement execution by other EPC contractors.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC