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Seatrium · 1 day ago

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Seatrium is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Buyer to oversee the entire order process within the Oil & Gas industry. The Buyer will be responsible for executing procurement activities, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and materials to meet project timelines.

EnergyManufacturingMarine Transportation
Hiring Manager
Geraldine Tay
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Responsibilities

Execute procurement activities for projects and operational needs within the Oil & Gas industry
Conduct due diligence, evaluation, and qualification of vendors in line with organizational procurement policies to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain
Stay updated on new sources, market trends, and advancements in equipment, materials, work processes, and labor conditions that may impact procurement strategies
Negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and conditions with vendors to secure competitive and cost-effective procurement deals
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Production, Engineering, Project Management, and Marketing, to ensure seamless procurement operations
Source quotations, evaluate vendor proposals, and participate in negotiations to optimize procurement decisions
Prepare bid analysis reports and obtain necessary approvals for purchases
Formulate and finalize purchase contracts, ensuring compliance with commercial and technical requirements
Coordinate and expedite the timely delivery of equipment, materials, and services to meet project timelines
Assess, quantify, and validate completed work through cost analyses, supporting project managers in evaluating supplier claims for original and variation work scopes
Ensure smooth contract close-out and final settlement with suppliers
Lead procurement-related activities for assigned projects, ensuring adherence to budgetary and operational objectives

Qualification

Procurement experienceCost estimation methodologiesNegotiation skillsERP systems e.g.ERP systems SAPMarket pricing trendsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Degree/ Diploma in Engineering, preferably with commercial or contractual experience
Minimum 2 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas industry (preferably offshore and marine)
Strong understanding of cost estimation methodologies, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements
Knowledge of procurement commercial conditions and industry-standard contracting practices
Familiarity with market pricing trends for equipment, materials, and services within Oil & Gas operations
Understanding of operational capabilities and production processes related to Oil & Gas projects
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
Traveling for vendor visits will be required

Company

Seatrium

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Seatrium is a marine engineering firm that provides marine and offshore engineering solutions. It is a sub-organization of Sembcorp Industries.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.5B
Key Investors
United Overseas BankDBS BankOCBC Bank of Singapore
2024-05-07IPO
2024-01-23Post Ipo Debt· $298.28M
2023-12-28Post Ipo Debt· $378.7M

Leadership Team

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Wong Weng Sun
President & CEO
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