Senior Buyer

Key Responsibilities

Procurement and Purchasing

Manage the complete procurement cycle, from Material Requisition (MR) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) through commercial evaluation, negotiation, Purchase Order (PO) placement, and delivery.

Review technical specifications, material requirements, and commercial documentation in coordination with project and engineering teams.

Prepare and evaluate quotations, commercial bid comparisons, and supplier recommendations.

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and other commercial conditions.

Monitor purchase orders, supplier performance, expediting activities, and material delivery schedules.

Ensure procurement activities comply with company procedures, project specifications, and approved budgets.

Subcontract Management

Coordinate the sourcing, prequalification, evaluation, and selection of subcontractors for project-related works and services.

Prepare and review subcontract RFQs, scope of work, commercial comparisons, and subcontractor proposals.

Support subcontract negotiations covering pricing, payment milestones, project schedules, deliverables, and contractual terms.

Review subcontract documents and ensure alignment with project requirements and applicable main contract obligations.

Monitor subcontractor commitments, deliverables, and commercial performance in coordination with project and site teams.

Assist in managing subcontract variations, change orders, claims, and commercial clarifications.

Maintain proper records of subcontract agreements, amendments, correspondence, and commercial documentation.

Contract and Commercial Administration

Review purchase contracts, service agreements, and subcontract terms and conditions.

Support the preparation, review, and administration of contracts in accordance with company policies and project requirements.

Identify commercial risks, contractual deviations, and potential cost or schedule impacts.

Coordinate with project management, legal, finance, and site teams on contractual matters.

Assist in evaluating variations, claims, payment applications, and contractual changes.

Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and compliance throughout the procurement and contracting process.

Supplier and Site Coordination

Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, logistics teams, warehouse personnel, and site management to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.

Follow up on material availability, shipping schedules, delivery documentation, and outstanding purchase orders.

Resolve procurement and subcontracting issues that may affect project progress.

Maintain procurement trackers, subcontract registers, and regular status reports for management.

Support cost control, budget monitoring, and procurement reporting activities.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.

6–10 years of relevant experience in procurement, subcontracting, and contract administration, preferably within EPC, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Construction projects.

Proven experience in managing subcontractors, negotiating commercial terms, and reviewing subcontract agreements and service contracts.

Strong knowledge of RFQs, quotation evaluation, purchase orders, commercial negotiations, and supplier management.

Good understanding of Incoterms, payment terms, logistics, expediting, and contractual conditions.

Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP/procurement systems.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.

Excellent negotiation, communication, coordination, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Previous experience supporting EPC project sites and construction activities.

Ability to manage multiple procurement packages and subcontracting requirements simultaneously.

Strong commercial awareness and attention to contractual details.

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced project environment.