Job Title



Procurement Lead – FPSO Onshore Base



Job Purpose



To lead all procurement activities supporting the FPSO, ensuring that materials, spare parts, equipment, and services are sourced and delivered in accordance with operational requirements, company policies, contractual obligations, and HSE standards. The Procurement Lead is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, optimizing costs, managing supplier performance, and ensuring continuity of supply for offshore operations.

Key Responsibilities



Procurement Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Offshore Operational Support

Inventory & Demand Planning Support

Compliance & Governance

Budget & Cost Control

Leadership & People Management

Qualifications



• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree (MBA or Supply Chain) is an advantage.
• Professional certification such as CIPS, ISM, APICS/ASCM, or equivalent is highly desirable.

Experience



• 8–12 years of procurement experience in the oil and gas, offshore, marine, or energy sector.
• At least 5 years in a senior procurement or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting FPSOs, offshore production facilities, drilling operations, or large offshore projects.
• Experience managing high-value procurement contracts and strategic supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP (MM), Oracle, or IFS.

Technical Skills



• Strategic sourcing and category management
• Procurement planning and execution
• Contract negotiation and administration
• Supplier performance management
• Commercial evaluation and bid analysis
• Inventory optimization principles
• Incoterms and international trade
• Offshore logistics coordination
• ERP procurement modules
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting tools

Competencies



• Strategic thinking
• Commercial acumen
• Leadership and team development
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Planning and prioritization
• Stakeholder management
• Risk management
• Decision-making under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High ethical standards and integrity

Location: Walvis Bay and Lüderitz



Closing Date: 31/7/2026