Job Overview

The Sourcing Lead Supervisor plays a pivotal role in optimizing procurement strategies and driving cost-saving initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for assessing sourcing opportunities, executing sourcing events, and building long-term supplier partnerships. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, suppliers, and internal procurement teams to ensure alignment with business goals, compliance with company policies, and maximization of operational value.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze spend data and supplier/category trends to identify sourcing opportunities and improve pricing, service, and technology.
• Execute sourcing events (RFXs), negotiate cost savings, and manage cost-impacting decisions.
• Maintain accurate contracts and supplier records to ensure compliance and accessibility.
• Award contracts in line with company procurement policies and standards.
• Establish strategic alliances with suppliers to foster long-term, value-driven partnerships.
• Communicate with stakeholders to align sourcing initiatives with business priorities and timelines.
• Provide clear reporting on procurement impact and lead resolution meetings with suppliers on critical issues.
• Identify and implement strategies to reduce supply costs and enhance value to the business.
• Ensure alignment of country-level procurement and sourcing objectives with overall organizational strategy.
• Collaborate with regional procurement teams to ensure full implementation of contracts and agreements.
• Provide sourcing and procurement support across all locations, plants, and operations.
• Adhere to Safety and Quality Management Systems as per organizational policies.

Key Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Procurement and Sourcing strategies, including:
• Procure-to-Pay cycle
• Strategic sourcing and category management
• Market and supplier trend analysis
• Contract and supplier management tools
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills, including the use of cost models.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (oral and written).
• Understanding of local and regional market dynamics.
• Contract drafting skills using company templates.
• High adaptability, ability to perform under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborative, proactive, and capable of managing changing operational demands.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 5-10 years of sourcing and procurement experience in the oilfield or energy sector.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Sourcing Certificate

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