Summary
NMDC Group is seeking a Procurement Officer for its UAE headquarters. The role covers sourcing and tendering, supplier proposal evaluation, commercial negotiations, procurement reporting, and compliance with procurement processes. Applicants need a related bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least six years of relevant experience; CIPS or an equivalent certification is an advantage. Passing a physical fitness assessment by AD Health Service Co. SEHA is mandatory, with examinations and tests required before work on offshore oil and gas projects.
The posting
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- Initiate and send Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to the Plant and EME
- Conduct a commercial analysis and evaluation of suppliers' proposals
- Document procurement processes and generate monthly Procurement and Supply Cost Reports
- Prepare cost-benefit analysis reports for management review
- Liaise closely with the Plant and EME Procurement Manager to ensure effective procurement of all allocated Purchase Requests and to address any concerns from the customer’s team
- Prepare and compile tender documents for EME and Plant suppliers, particularly for items not covered by the framework agreement
- Manage a strategic procurement process that aligns with customer needs while ensuring compliance with business processes
- Oversee the timely procurement of EME and Plant supplies, adhering to established procurement business processes
- Participate in the technical and un-priced commercial evaluation of tenders, leading the priced commercial evaluation of technically acceptable offers. Prepare a comprehensive techno-commercial evaluation report and provide recommendations
- Process award recommendations, secure necessary approvals, and finalize negotiations with the successful bidder
- Verify that bidders conform to all tender documentation requirements, including guarantees, performance bonds, and insurance, following agreed formats and processes
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of commercial and technical aspects relevant to procurement
- Provide an effective procurement function for the NMDC group, offering governance, advice, and guidance to colleagues engaged in procurement activities
- Develop and implement robust policies, processes, procedures, and systems to enhance the operational effectiveness of the NMDC group concerning procurement
- Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
Responsibilities
- Procurement administration
- Preferred experience with knowledge in Plant & Machinery Hire
- Preferred UAE market experience in sourcing
- Communication & Negotiation skills
- Knowledge in understanding & implementing the Plant Hire, Frame Agreement, Amendments.
- Knowledge in ERP such as SAP or Oracle
- Support colleagues to develop knowledge, skills and competencies
- Show understanding of tasks and responsibilities and achieve targets timely
- Pursue to be result-oriented and be aware of the result-oriented organizational culture
- Collaborate constructively and effectively with all colleagues throughout the organization
- Seek and share information and ideas to improve and optimize performance
- Support colleagues to achieve common goals.
- Show respect, flexibility and loyalty towards colleagues throughout the organization
- Communicate clearly and succinctly orally and in writing
- Able to adequately solve problems or disputes. If necessary, involve the supervisor timely Verbal communication/ Language skills
Excellent Verbal & Written communication skills
- Required: Fluent English • Any other language is an asset.
IT skills
- MS Office
- ERP Oracle
- Any Procurement software tool Other
- Accuracy
- Self-Reliant
- Passing physical fitness from AD Health Service Co. SEHA is mandatory. Physical examinations and investigation test (ADMA) will be required before working at offshore Oil and Gas projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in a related field, or equivalent
- Certification: CIPS (Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent certifications would be an advantage
- Minimum 06 years of related work experience in similar industries
Industry related experience
- Oil and Gas
- Dredging
- Marine Civil Engineering Construction