•Issue of purchase orders and of supply agreements
•Maintenance uncontracting system
•Preparation of Tender Committee submissions
Issuing of tender enquiries and open tender documentation
•Evaluation of tenders and recommendations to Tender Committee participants
•Computer literate-Word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages
•Comfortable working with figures and calculations
•Understanding of contract, documentation and purchase orders terms and conditions
•Experience of services purchasing within the Petrochemical industry-preferably in Middle East region Knowledge of shipping and freight terms and conditions
•Position provides service to internal customers requires service orientation & good liaison and cooperation skills.
Role requires high level of personal and professional ethics and strict adherence to set policies and procedures at all times.
•Expected to handle routine services procurement matters
•Individual tasks as directed by team leader
QCHEM - PROJECT NO. A635-705 - 27/05/2025 - R119
Category Specialist/Buyer
Minimum Qualifications
•B.Sc. Eng. or equivalent or Diploma in Mechanical/ Instrument/ Electrical/ Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
•Middle east/Gulf experience will be an added advantage/preferences
•Proficiency in English Language (Speak, Read and Write)
•Understand and follow plant safety standards and procedures.
•Able to write and express complex ideas, instructions and procedures. ⚫Qatar based candidates will be an added advantage/preferences
Minimum Work Experience
8-10 years work experience in refinery or petrochemical Oil and Gas plant.
•Adheres to and follows all safety policies, practices and procedures.
Adheres to and follows all HR and company policies, practices and procedures
•Follows instructions provided by superiors and understands, respects chain of command.
Actively supports customers and creates a team work environment
•Ensure the implementation of and adherence to Company policies and procedures which govern the purchasing of goods and services and the disposal of assets on behalf of the Company
•Capable of working independently, with a minimum of supervision.
Knowledge of current market trends and developments (to support operations)
•Monitor and control compliance with complex agreements and tendering
•Vendor negotiations leading to contract or purchase order award
•Receives, verifies and actions purchase requisitions (PR's)
•Documentation / Records in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
.Should have a thorough knowledge and hand on experience in respective fields. Strong co-ordination & interpersonal skills.
•Working knowledge of procurement applications of SAP software •Working knowledge in MS Office.
Job Requirements (but not limited to)
•Professional relationships with vendors/suppliers/ contractors-established/maintained •Technical and procedural discussions with vendors/suppliers/ contractors-as required •Preparation of bidders lists, Instruction to Tenderer, Tender Package and RFQ
•Technical and commercial evaluation of vendors/suppliers/ contractors
•Negotiate the submitted bids.
Management Solutions International (MSI), established in 1987, is one of the leading Human Resources and Management Consultancies, with over 30 years of Multi-industry experience. Headquartered in Virginia, USA, MSI currently has 6 Branches, working with prominent Government / Semi-Government, Multi-National Companies as well as SMEs. MSI, traditionally an Executive Recruitment Firm is a part of CFR Global Executive Search which is a growing alliance of independent Executive Search Companies having 59 Offices in 30 Countries. This gives MSI an edge with a Global database and allows them to effectively conduct Recruitment searches worldwide. Management Solutions International Overview In the latest acquisition, MSI acquired Petrolinx in 2013. Petrolinx is an Oil & Gas specialized entity with an ever increasing database of talent from various sectors, including Exploration & Drilling, Refining, Production, Petrochemical, Distribution. Petrolinx caters to the Government Clients as well and PMC and EPC Companies. Our strength lies in our Consultants’ industry specialisation who provide recruitment consultancy services to the clients in their respective sector. This focus allows our consultants to provide a better understanding of the supply of talent available for the specific role being recruited for. Also, because our consultants have prior industry knowledge they understand our clients’ businesses and can often offer unique perspectives that help clarify their needs and ensure better quality hiring decisions.
