Job Summary
Based in the Erbil office, the role is responsible for executing day-to-day operational contracting and procurement activities in support of regional operations, from strategy development through to contract close-out. The position ensures that all materials and services are procured in full compliance with established procurement procedures and regulations. It also involves conducting contract management activities to ensure effective contract administration and performance management throughout the contract lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for planning, sourcing and placement of contract packages, in compliance with procedures
- Responsible for development, compilation, and execution of pre-qualification exercises, contracting strategies, invitation to tender documentation, commercial evaluations, detailed analysis of commercial and contractual qualifications and execution of contracts
- Acting as a focal point for Contract Owner/Holder in the post-award phase, e.g. preparation of variations and amendments
- Coordinates technical, operational, HSE, quality, contractual and commercial inputs into governance papers going to the Government and Partner shareholders
- Awareness of supply-side risk, being knowledgeable about and adapting to supply market developments and the changing business circumstances associated with vendor performance, capability and competence
- Supports and participates in the development of policies, procedures and work practices to realize the objectives of Supply Chain and provides flexibility in generating practical solutions to business requirements
- Assists in the development and training of more junior/national personnel in the Supply Chain team
- Ensures compliance with corporate requirements, governance, and compliance obligations, while maintaining a clear audit trail to support cost recovery
- Identify opportunities to develop and promote positive relationship management with contractors and suppliers, leading to partnerships that focus on creating sustainable value
- Prepares and executes service orders and call-off orders within the company’s Epicor system
- Conduct contract management activities to ensure effective contract administration and performance management of contracts, including progress to date, quality of services, and progress measurements
- Liaises with internal departments on all matters related to legal, tax, insurance, compliance, and HSE requirements
- Ensures a high level of compliance with anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and anti-money laundering policies
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of technology, industry supply chain initiatives and market trends/pricing
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience: Minimum 10+ years of relevant oil & gas contracting experience, including at least 5+ years working for an Operator
- Technical Skills: Demonstrable experience in drilling and well services contracting is an advantage
- Education: A university degree is mandatory (preferably in a technical or business-related field)
- Certification: Preference for CIPS (or equivalent) certification and experience with other International Oil & Gas Companies
- Knowledge: Awareness of Best Practices in supply chain procedures and standards
- Formulating, evaluating and negotiating contracts
- Ability to solve problems and deal with diverse business drivers and variables
- The capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Commercial awareness, confidentiality and sound business acumen
- Good analytical skills
- Excellent English written and oral communication skills
- High level of competency with the Microsoft suite of applications and ERP systems
- Collaborative with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Works independently with a minimal level of supervision
- Self-motivated and uses initiative and judgement to attain the best results
- Ability to respond to a changing business environment and a culturally diverse environment
- Ability to handle delicate situations with integrity
- Ability to multitask and work under stress
- Demonstrates a personal commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment
Rotation
28/28
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.