Mechanical Engineer

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Lead the tender process in a fair manner and identify Bidders that will best meet SBM s technical requirements, budget and schedule constrains. Understand the contractual requirements of equipment/service to be purchased and elaborate the bid package together with the relevant disciplines (Eng, Legal, etc) Ensure that Vendor Qualification process is performed as per SBM rules Issue Request For Quotation, expedite and collect offers from Bidders Analyze the offers and identify areas for commercial or contractual clarifications in order to facilitate discussion with Bidders and get offers aligned and in line with SBM requirements Develop recommendations for the Bidder selection based on the input from the relevant disciplines and on the assessment of offered costs, technical requirements and delivery time in accordance with SBM Ethics and Compliance rules (eg competition rules ) Fully document the tendering process (i.e. Commercial Bid Evaluation, Recommendation To Purchase ) Ensure that the tactical management of the procurement process (from RFQ preparation till Recommendation To Purchase) is conducted appropriately and in full compliance with SBM Working Procedures. Set up package strategy with close coordination of Package Manager to lead commercial negotiations, using any possible leverage to achieve your targets and obtain competitive pricing Perform financial/commercial analysis (market intelligence, cost breakdown structure, benchmark ) of the current scenarios, identify Risks and Opportunities and recommend options that can drive the final decision to purchase. Conduct internal contract check points all along the Purchase Order execution to ensure contractual protections are in place and to minimize contractual /financial risks. Be responsible for managing any claims with Vendors and develop appropriate settlement plan REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field of Engineering or Business Administration and a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Buyer with an Oil and Gas or EPC company. Broad and deep procurement experience in the Offshore, Marine or Petrochemical Industry. International travel may be required. Experience and expertise in mechanical equipment is required for most key packages. Furthermore, you are or you have: a self- starter who possesses good interpersonal and organizational skills; great Time Management skills; proactive behavior; flexible and adaptable to react to operational changes; willingness to travel; fluent in English (both written and verbally)

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