Head of Supply Chain Management

• Develop and implement the overall SCM strategy, policies, procedures and processes aligned with business and project objectives.
• Lead and manage procurement, purchasing, expediting, logistics and material management activities.
• Develop procurement plans and sourcing strategies for projects and operational requirements.
• Lead the pre-qualification, evaluation, selection and performance management of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage commercial negotiations, purchase orders, contracts, payment terms and supplier agreements.
• Oversee logistics activities including transportation, customs clearance, import/export documentation, warehousing and site delivery.
• Ensure materials and equipment are delivered in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements, budget and schedule.
• Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, QA/QC, Planning, Finance and Operations teams to resolve supply-chain issues.
• Identify and manage supply-chain risks, including supplier capacity, delivery delays, price escalation, logistics constraints and material shortages.
• Drive cost reduction, value engineering, sourcing optimization and procurement savings initiatives.

Requirements:

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

• Typically 15+ years of relevant experience, with significant experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, Engineering, Construction or related industries.

• Strong commercial, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience leading and developing a multidisciplinary SCM team.