Procurement Team Lead - Kurdistan

On behalf of an independent Oil & Gas operator, WRS are looking for a Procurement Team Lead to work in Kurdistan on a contract basis. This will be a 12 month renewable contract, rotating 28/28 into Erbil, paying a day rate in USD.

Job Duties:

• Supports client Procurement department activities including, but not limited to the full tendering cycle from initial prequalification through to final delivery of the goods, plus resolving any warranty issues and due diligence processes.
• Identifies opportunities to maximise savings by implementing long term framework agreements with suitable suppliers.
• Liaises with other departments for the coordinated issuance of tenders and evaluation processes.
• Develops and strengthens the capability of the Procurement department to meet international standards.
• Ensures that all Procurement department documentation is transparent, managed and in compliance with client procedures to safeguard scrutiny under audit.
• Manages effective use of database and filing systems to retain and have available all documentation for audit purposes.
• Prepares weekly reports and informs management on Procurement department related activities as required.

Candidate Requirements: 

• Minimum fifteen (15) years’ experience supporting oil company operations in a procurement management role, preferably for an international oil company, with Kurdistan or Middle East experience an advantage.
• Experience in formulating and negotiating framework agreements with suppliers for provision of goods required for Oil Production Operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage staff.
• Substantive proven experience across all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including resolution of contractual disputes.

If you are interested, please apply.