Senior E&P Purchaser

Responsibilities Responsible for end-to-end procurement of medium to large equipment packages for offshore units (FPSOs, drilling rigs and UMS/Flotels), from requisition to delivery on-board, in accordance with Supply Chain procedures. Manage the full supply chain cycle - sourcing, bidders list development, preparation and issuance of Requests for Quotation (RFQs), bid evaluation and clarification, supplier negotiation and issuance of Purchase Orders in the ERP system (IFS/Maximo). Ensure regulatory and customs compliance for import/export operations with Brazilian authorities (IBAMA, ANP and the Federal Revenue Service), including temporary admission and tax suspension regimes. Liaise with freight forwarders, logistics providers and clients to consolidate orders, optimize deliveries and minimize freight and customs-handling costs. Perform cost control and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)/ Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analysis, and prepare recommendations for award. Manage supplier qualification and performance evaluation, maintaining strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers and EPCs. Coordinate and support the mobilization, commissioning, operation and demobilization of offshore units, including dry-docking, chartering and vessel/service procurement. Review supplier qualifications on Terms &Conditions in coordination with the Legal team; certify progress/ milestone payments and manage contract close-out and document retention. Provide regular procurement status and progress reporting (PSR) and maintain/update the IFS database for a group of units. Supervise and lead project purchasers, contribute to Supply Chain initiatives and liaise with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Business Development and Engineering). Requirements Above 20 years of procurement and supply chain/ logistics experience in the Oil & Gas and Offshore industry, includingwork with major operators, drilling contractors and EPCs. Above 20 years of experience in international procurement, import/export operations, Incoterms application, customs clearance and logistics for offshore units. Minimum 15 years of experience in mobilization, commissioning, operation and demobilization of large-scale offshore units (FPSOs, drilling rigs and UMS/Flotels), including dry-docking, chartering and vessel procurement. Minimum 10 years of coordination / team-lead experience managing procurement and multidisciplinary activities across international projects. Above 15 years of involvement in offshore unit projects (FPSO, drilling and UMS/Flotel). Expert knowledge in international supply chain management for offshore Oil & Gas units; Brazilian import/export and customs regulations (temporary admission and tax suspension regimes – REPETRO); Incoterms; Letters of Credit; contract management; and regulatory compliance with IBAMA, ANP and the Federal Revenue Service. Highly proficient in ERP and procurement systems, including IFS, IBM Maximo, BAAN, Datasul, JD Edwards (JDE), Focus, SAI and NS5,plus Integrated Management Systems (SGI). Strong track record of negotiating with global suppliers across Europe, Asia and the Americas. Trained internal auditor for quality and safety management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISM Code and ISPS Code). Able to travel for work as and when required. Candidates matching the requirements will be contacted for preliminary qualification.