Procurement Analyst Full Time

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for providing and performing procurement of goods and services to end-users consistent with existing procedures and policy in a cost effective and professional manner to protect Company interests. They participate in supplier certification / pre-qualification. They will conduct techno-commercial analysis and participate in the development of systems and procedures towards simplification of work process, automation and process re-engineering.

Principal Accountabilities

Policy and Procedures:
Make awareness of, and perform in accordance with the Company’s established purchasing policies and procedures. Participate and provide input to the review of existing or establishment of new procedures.
Procurement Cycle:
Handle complete procurement cycle for purchase orders and contracts (preparation, negotiation, follow-up, etc) with terms and conditions which afford the company the fullest protection possible.
Screening of Bidders:
Screen potential bidders and determine appropriate type of procurement.
Market Research:
Continually seek new sources of goods and services by monitoring local market developments to measure existing rates/cost and achieve uninterrupted supply of the desired goods and services.
Techno-Commercial Analysis of Offers:
Analyse and evaluate offers by comparing prices, specifications, and delivery dates to effectively identify and propose award to the supplier with best bid.
Development of Specification and Cost Estimates:
Encourage and assist end-users to develop cost and effective competitive specifications to ensure that all elements of cost and product specifications are taken into consideration.
Preview Catalogues and Keep Informed:
Preview product catalogue, trade journals and publications in order to maintain an updated and sufficient technical knowledge of the goods and services to be purchased.
Technical Data Analysis:
Respond to suppliers’ technical queries and analyse technical data in suppliers’ proposals jointly with the end user / technical coordinator.
Assistance to Superiors:
Perform related duties as assigned by superiors to enable achievement of companies targets and programs.
Development of Systems:
Carry out studies towards the simplification of work procedures through process redesign and automation.
Training Responsibility:
Participate in the on-the-job training of trainees and newly hired personnel within the Section to ensure that they develop the necessary skills to independently carry out the assigned procurement activities.
Management System (Quality, Environment, Health and Safety):
Comply with all relevant ENOC Management System procedures in respect to Quality, Environment, Health and Safety.
Additional Principal Accountabilities

Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Science or Business Administration or relevant Engineering from accredited institution.
3 – 5 years direct and relevant experience in a procurement function within and oil/gas or petrochemical industry.
Professional Certification in Material / Supply Management
Skills :
Knowledge of internal processes, standards, policies and procedures
Professional and Technical Expertise
Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
Ability to operate standard computer software applications
Knowledge of basic finance
Knowledge of technical terminology in use at process plants (Process Knowledge)
Knowledge of market practices and sources of supply and commercial laws
Ability to conduct market data collection
Knowledge in supply logistics
Negotiation skills
Ability to suggest technically equivalent alternative proposals
Behavioural Competencies :
Service Orientation
Commitment
Integrity
Communication
Information Seeking
Achievement Drive
Teamwork
Developing Expert
Analytical Thinking