Senior Procurement Specialist

Role Purpose:

The Senior Specialist Procurement supports the delivery of major capital projects within a fast-paced EPCM environment. This role is responsible for managing equipment procurement packages across the full lifecycle, from prequalification and tendering through to contract award and post-award execution. Work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Project Management, Commercial, Legal, and Construction, ensuring procurement activities are executed efficiently, transparently, and in line with project objectives

Job Responsibilities:

Procurement Execution

• Manage procurement of assigned equipment packages from prequalification through to contract award and post-award delivery.
• Support and execute the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including preparation and issuance via ARIBA.
• Ensure timely, high-quality bid submissions through proactive supplier engagement.

Supplier Management & Market Engagement

• Maintain and develop a qualified supplier base aligned with Exyte sourcing standards.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers to support project requirements.

Commercial Evaluation & Award

• Lead commercial bid evaluations and contribute to the shortlisting of bidders.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract clarifications to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Ensure supplier nominations align with the Project Procurement Plan

Post-Award

• Prepare purchase orders and manage contract execution.
• Retain ownership of key packages, post-award, ensuring continuity and delivery performance.
• Coordinate handover of other work packages to expediting and logistics teams.

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Provide clear and consistent communication on procurement status, risks, and progress.
• Maintain procurement reports, trackers, and databases to support project governance

Develop and maintain various procurement related databases / reports

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or Business Administration
• 5-7 Years+ professional experience in construction or engineering projects
• Experience in working with SAP or ARIBA and MS Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
• Ability to operate effectively in complex organizations
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability
• Results-driven with a proactive, accountable approach
• Effective communicator and collaborator across multi-disciplinary teams