We are currently looking for a Principal/ Lead Buyer to be based in Malaysia for our client who operate in the Oil Gas sector.
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Job Overview:
Acquire a good understanding of the international standards, codes and regulations pertaining to equipment/electrical/instrument used in the offshore construction industry.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
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Develop a rapport with engineering interfaces in order to ensure a comprehensive knowledge of the technical requirements and applications of assigned products.
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Visit vendors on a planned basis for the purpose of keeping abreast of their capabilities, new products and interfacing with their management personnel.
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Develop and maintain a commercially sound vendor base, surveys the market for new supply sources including non-traditional suppliers and assist in maintaining "Approved Vendor List". Evaluates and monitors vendor performance on a continual basis.
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Help develop project "Approved Vendors" lists. Pre-qualify vendors, if required, to obtain internal and client approval to use "new" vendors.
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Initiate and establish partnering agreements for key equipment, where possible.
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Conduct surveys and marl
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Resolve delivery non-conformance issues, if required.
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Regularly exchange information on new products and sources, market trends and lessons learnt with other entities.
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Supervise, directs, assists, trains and coordinates activities of assigned personnel.
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Administers the bid pricing process, liaise with Bids & Proposal Lead to ensure that the input to the Proposals Group is accurate and timely.
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Participate in Purchase Order Close Out