JOB VACANCY: HEAD OF PROCUREMENT

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Procurement to lead our procurement, strategic sourcing, subcontracting, logistics, and materials management functions within the oil and gas industry.

The successful candidate will drive cost optimisation, supplier performance, commercial efficiency, and timely procurement to support the successful delivery of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance (EPCCM) projects.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and plans aligned with business and project objectives.

  2. Lead strategic sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and supplier performance management.

  3. Oversee purchasing, subcontracting, contract administration, and commercial negotiations.

  4. Manage logistics, inventory, warehousing, and materials delivery to project sites.

  5. Monitor procurement budgets, costs, contractual compliance, and supply chain risks.

  6. Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Finance, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure timely project delivery.

  7. Lead and develop the procurement team while strengthening systems, controls, and performance reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, or a related discipline.

  • Minimum of 10–15 years’ relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior procurement leadership role.

  • Experience in oil and gas, EPCCM, engineering, construction, or industrial services is strongly preferred.

  • Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, international procurement, subcontract management, supplier negotiations, and cost control.

  • Professional certification such as CIPS or an equivalent qualification is an advantage.

  • Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement platforms, and Microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic sourcing and supply chain management

  • Commercial negotiation and contract management

  • Cost optimisation and risk management

  • Leadership and team development

  • Integrity, accountability, and professional ethics

  • Effective communication and collaboration

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to recruitme@ichr.com, using “Head of Procurement” as the subject of the email.