Category Buyer

Our Vision. SBM Offshore believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen. Our Profile. We design, build, install and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a

Our Vision.
SBM Offshore believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen.

Our Profile.
We design, build, install and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a leading technology provider, we put our marine expertise at the service of a responsible energy transition by reducing emissions from fossil fuel production, while developing cleaner solutions for renewable energy sources. More than 7,000 SBMers worldwide are committed to sharing their experience to deliver safe, sustainable and affordable energy from the oceans for generations to come.Together, we are driving progress forward in a TRUE. BLUE. TRANSITION.
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We are looking for a Buyer (Category) to work at our Georgetown Shore base.

Role Purpose:

• Responsible for procuring equipment, materials and services for specific disciplines in accordance with the specification provided, at the best possible price and at the required time for all.
• Analyze spend and demands of specific categories and propose debottleneck solutions.
• Manage sourcing activities, such as preparing and releasing public RFIs and RFPs.
• Lead clarification, scope definition, Kickoff, and performance meetings.
• Maintain records as required by the internal and external procedures and regulations.
• Analyze the technical requirements of the purchase request and ensure that these requirements are met throughout the supply process, including the coordination of the acceptance tests, QA/QC documentation review, etc.
• Prepare the Requests for Quotation (RFQ) in accordance with the PIRs/scopes. The RFQs shall include all technical, commercial and quality requirements.
• Source, coordinate qualification and select suitable suppliers, manufacturers and vendors.
• Expedite vendors and obtain proposals and to co-ordinate technical clarifications and communications during bidding. Negotiate with suppliers and obtain the best price for goods and services.
• Review quotations and issue the cost comparison sheets when required
• Prepare the purchase recommendations
• Issue the Purchase Requisition (PRs) and expedite the approval process or for contracts provide full contract/agreement packages (including Business case, Service Level Agreements, Contracted Terms and conditions, etc.)
• Prepare and issue the Purchase Order (POs) or Request For Signatures (RFS)
• Coordinate with freight forwarder to expedite deliveries.
• Prepare weekly progress report on sourcing activities.
• Monitor vendor's performance and organize Quarterly Performance Review (QPR) meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• University Degree or equivalent in Engineering and/or Supply Chain Management
• Familiar with the interpretation of technical standards
• Minimum 3 years' experience in technical services and goods purchasing, preferably within the oil and gas industry
• Knowledge of materials import/export procedures and regulations.
• Mechanical expertise / technical background
• Familiar with purchasing regulations and legislation in country
• Familiar with materials administration and purchasing systems, preferably AMOS and MS applications.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Ability to travel internationally including offshore.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Monday to Friday, office hours
• Office located in Georgetown
• Busy, fast-paced environment

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Permanent, full-time position
• Competitive salary
• Medical and Dental benefits

If you are interested and meet the requirements to perform this role, please apply via:
Our website - www.sbmoffshore.com

At this time, we are seeking candidates who are Guyanese and living in Guyana.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest. Please be guided that only selected candidates will be contacted. For more information on SBM Offshore, please visit www.sbmoffshore.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group ("the Company"). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com . The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.