aramco · 23 hours ago
Procurement Planner (1765)
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expAramco is a leading company in the energy sector, and they are seeking a Procurement Planner to manage the procurement cycle and maximize cost savings. The role involves writing procurement plans, conducting negotiations, and engaging in strategic sourcing to ensure efficient supply chain management.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Writes procurement plans, reviews and awards recommendations subsequent to approval by the management of the Company
Conducts negotiation meetings and uses cost analysis and different commodity price indices to maximize value out of the negotiation with suppliers, manufacturers, and agreement holders
Evaluates the lowest total cost of acquisition and ownership for materials and services
Processes requisitions into procurement instruments in order to supply cost-efficient value-added goods and services according to requirement date, customer requirements, and engineering and inspection requirements within the assigned MSG, PG or Service Supply Group (SSG) as per the financial authority in the Supply Chain Management Manual (SCMM) including Trade Compliance procedures
Engages in strategic sourcing activities within the assigned MSG(s) and PG(s) to provide supply management of goods and services from sources of manufacture that lower the total supply chain costs to the company
Engages in trade compliance activities within the assigned MSG(s) and PG(s) to ensure suppliers input for all commodity subject for trade compliance review as per SCMM
Supports company initiatives with procurement related tasks under the direction of P&L management. Recommends procedure improvement changes
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management (SCM), Purchasing, Materials Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or closely related Degrees
Good working knowledge of sources of supply and the suitability of materials in Oil and Gas related equipment/materials
Ability to analyze various factors, be alert to shifting conditions in the marketplace, and use good judgement to make sound recommendations and decisions
Proficient with business software applications
Typically, at least four (4) years SCM experience using SAP within a Petrochemical Operating Company, Manufacturing Plant Operation, or Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) Environment as a Procurement Planner in an Operational-Manufacturing setting or as a Contract Representative in a Project-Procurement-Management organization; or other related material activities
Must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly and concisely in English
Preferred
MBA or graduate-level degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Operations Research is desirable
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) by APICS; with one (1) each being desirable
Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) by APICS is desirable. Equivalent certifications from the ISM, APICS or CIPS are acceptable
Company
aramco
We’re a leading producer of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and enhance the daily lives of people around the globe by continuing delivering an uninterrupted supply of energy to the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.4BKey Investors
EIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2021-04-09Private Equity· $12.4B
Leadership Team
Pedro A.
Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
Sana M.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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