Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the operations teams to understand details of procurement requirements and request for quotes from vendors
• Participate in new vendor approval process
• Capture technical and commercial information and order goods in correct quantities to maintain the supply and demand balance
• Coordinate with planning teams to gather service PO work scope, generate service POs and communicate information related to the scope and delivery terms with vendors
• Follow up with vendors and suppliers regarding goods and service procurement and update production teams about delivery dates changes when vendor PO due dates are rescheduled
• Identify and resolve issues with vendors arising throughout the procurement process
• Identify ongoing procurement process improvement opportunities, review with management and implement as directed
• Liaise with the account payable department
• Comply with local regulations, API, and ISO standard requirements.
• Participate in API and ISO audits and represent the NOV purchasing department
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE procedures and policies.
• Analyze technical and commercial information from SMEs required to create vendor service POs
• Coordinate with the quality control department and independent verification authorities to manage inspection and witness activities at the vendor's site
• Determine the timing of placing orders for goods based on required dates and lead times
• Develop strong relationships with key suppliers and measure suppliers’ performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum associate degree or diploma in Engineering or related field
• 3-4 years of experiences in Buyer or Procurement

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal
• Attentive to details
• Problem Solving
• Action Oriented
• Negotiating
• Time Management
• Results Driven and Accountable

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Able to evaluate vendor capabilities
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Working knowledge of supply chain fundamentals
• ERP Knowledge (SAP/JDE/Oracle)