Buyer - Buyer Support - Global Service Centre (20/02/2025)

Job Description

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that's fit for the future. We're rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology - and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we're at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door.

About DP World Global Service Centre

DP World's Global Service Centre (GSCs) are key enablers of growthdelivering standardization, process excellence and expertise, and automation in areas of Finance, Freight Forwarding, Marine Services, Engineering and Human Resources, helping accelerate DP World's growthand business transformation. As we experience exponential growth, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. Discover your next role here and change what's possible for everyone As an equal employer that recognizes and values diversity and an inclusive culture, we empower and up-skill our people with opportunities to perform at their best.Join us and be part of an amazing team that is transforming the future of world trade.

Role Purpose:

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Source and procure the package equipment and bulk materials in compliance with project specification and contractual terms and conditions.

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Designation: Buyer- Buyer Support- Global Service Centre

Base Location: Navi Mumbai

Reporting to: Manager Procurement

Key Role Responsibilities:

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Policies, Processes & Procedures:

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- Source the suitable supplier (for equipment packages and bulk materials) by obtaining offers from suppliers (categories which is available in supplier master, the approved vendor list for the project and other techniques available)
- Initiate the Prequalification and suppliers registration process.
- Create Procurement strategy for the equipment assigned packages for publishing the RFQ.
- Publish the RFQ's in line with company's policy and procedure.
- Run Technical and Commercial Evaluation Processes and Arrange BCMs with all stake holders.
- Support the Technical Bid Evaluation and obtain Technical Bid Evaluation Reports from the Engineering department and / or from other departments, as applicable for the equipment & bulk packages.
- Prepare Commercial Bid Evaluation Report by selecting the technically acceptable and economically viable supplier considering all aspects and obtaining necessary budget approvals, negotiate and obtain best competitive price & other commercial terms & conditions and create purchase orders.
- Manage and co-ordinate all post PO procurement activities and deliverables of assigned Procurement Packages
- Establish and maintain the procurement budget of packages through-out the procurement cycle
- Follow up on PO execution for timely submission and approval of supplier documentation, manufacturing progress, sub-suppliers execution, stage and final inspections & testing including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), deliveries and progress monitoring through Vendor Progress Reporting, Equipment & Material releases, Freight forwarding and receipts inspections and Clearance
- Identify and develop required sources of supply and maintain cooperative working relationships with vendors to stay current with trends and technologies, products and services.
- Resolve problems and discrepancies timely which occur due to non-compliance to agreed scope and delivery.
- Expedite all the procurement process and ensure the delivery as per committed delivery date. Report the delay timely with action points to overcome & mitigate the impending delays.
- Submit the procurement progress report regularly for assigned Equipment/Bulk Packages.

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Safety, Quality & Environment:

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- Comply with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

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Related Assignments:

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- Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.

- Vendors & Site visits required as deemed necessary and able to work in the Middle East summer weather conditions.

Skills & Competencies:

- Sound technical knowledge and experience in handling procurement of Mechanical -Static, Rotating and equipment packages, Electrical, Instrumentation and Telecom Equipment Packages and Bulk Materials of all disciplines required for FPSO/FSRU/FPO/HVDC etc projects.
- Must have experience as package responsible buyer for the critical offshore oil and gas packages and / or Renewable Energy Projects.
- Must have an experience right from bidding phase till full execution of procurement for topside packages on major offshore projects for topside.
- Must be able to finalize contractual Terms and Conditions with suppliers as per applicable laws / regulations of the project.
- Must be able to lead the process and work with Engineering and other departments during technical review of packages and scope finalization.
- Up to date with modern purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications preparation.
- Broad knowledge of international trade & shipping terms.
- Broad knowledge of Oil & Gas/Marine/Energy procurement terms and conditions including warranty requirements.
- Sound knowledge of technical terminology, particularly that use in an Oil & Gas/Marine/Energy sector.
- Strong background with resolution of procurement issues.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple procurement activities concurrently and to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and successfully execute tasks in accordance with departmental / project objectives.
- Hands on experience in MS excel for complex commercial evaluations.
- Fully trained and knowledgeable with relevant Safety and Occupational Health & Safety standards.
- 03 years experience in project procurement equipment's and bulk pkg required for FPSO/FSRU/FPO/HVDC projects
- Working experience in major projects in Oil & Gas/Marine/Energy sector (Desired)
- Must be fluent in English.
- Knowledge of additional languages is an added advantage.
- Very good knowledge in technical terms and report writing skills.
- Understanding of INCOTERMS and Contractual / Commercial and Legal aspects of Procurement Terms & Conditions

Education & Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in any Engineering discipline or equivalent.
- Proficient with MS Office applications.
- Basic accounting

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.