Your responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for the project members for all procurement related questions;
• Be the link between the project team and the central procurement department;
• Follow the Group Procurement methodology and templates as defined by the Group Procurement Director;
• Leverage available Framework Agreements;
• Responsible for strategic sourcing of items outside the defined group categories with focus on TCO optimization;
• Execute medium value spot buys; 
• Coordinate procurement activities for (an) assigned project(s);
• Responsible for the return of equipment at the end of the project to the adequate location/owner;
• Organizing the procurement kick-off meeting and regular procurement follow-up meetings with the project team;
• Drafting the Project Procurement Plan (containing i.a. roles & responsibilities, approval flows, Project Procurement List, etc.)
• Being owner of the Project Procurement List, follow up (e.g. timing, coded items) and take actions when necessary;
• Selecting, reviewing and re-evaluating the starter packs and continuation packs at the end of the projects;
• Steer the Local Procurement Representatives;
• Coordinating and being the interface with Logistics and other stakeholders (e.g. Finance);
• Support the setup of the transactional procurement channels either via Corporate Procurement or Project Procurement;
• Ensuring timely involvement of the relevant Category Managers; 
• Ensuring the procurement procedures and processes are being followed using the right systems & tools.

Your profile

• Any bachelor's degree.
• Proven experience and knowledge in procurement for a minimum of 8 years.
• Experience in Oil & Gas industry is preferred.
• Willingness to primarily work from Chennai.
• Flexibility to travel anywhere in India on short missions and business trips.

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.