Job Title: Category Procurement Specialist

Location: Qatar

Job Purpose
Execute procurement category strategies by managing sourcing initiatives, supplier relationships, and contract administration processes. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimise procurement activities. Handle high-value purchase orders outside framework agreements.

Key Responsibilities

Category Strategy and Execution

• Develop technical and commercial expertise in assigned procurement categories.

• Define category spend, preferred supplier policies, and implement category strategies in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Analyse internal requirements and supply market trends to support short-, mid-, and long-term planning.

• Assist in developing category strategies and plans aligned with business needs.

• Recommend commercial and non-commercial levers to maximise value from procurement spend.

• Execute category strategies, including framework agreements, contract renegotiation, and risk mitigation planning.

Strategic Sourcing

• Conduct sourcing projects, including preparing RFPs, reviewing pricing and terms, managing contracts, and engaging stakeholders.

• Develop supplier portfolios and monitor supply markets to ensure sustainable benefits from sourcing initiatives.

• Lead supplier selection and onboarding processes in alignment with procurement policies.

• Support contract development and negotiation strategies, ensuring compliance with company standards.

Supplier Management and Contract Administration

• Define supplier qualification criteria and conduct relationship management initiatives.

• Develop performance evaluation criteria and KPIs, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement.

• Facilitate communication between internal teams and suppliers; act as escalation point for performance issues.

• Manage post-award contract administration, including variations, claims, and disputes.

Development and Continuous Improvement

• Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities to maintain and enhance expertise.

• Contribute to improvements in procurement policies, systems, processes, and practices.

• Support preparation of documentation for procurement committees and approvals within delegated authority limits.

Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environment

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and internal procedures, promoting safe and high-quality operations.

Reporting

• Provide timely and accurate reporting on procurement activities and strategic sourcing initiatives to management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of procurement experience, preferably including 1-2 years in strategic procurement within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or major industrial sectors.

• Experience in supplier management, sourcing, and contract negotiation.

• Proficient in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

• Professional skills in negotiation, conflict management, and communication.

• Familiarity with procurement systems and MS Office applications; international supply chain certifications (CIPS, CSCP, SCMA, ISM) are preferred.

Additional Information

• Expatriate employees are expected to support Qatarization initiatives by mentoring and developing local staff.

• The role may involve cross-functional collaboration and occasional travel between facilities.