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Procurement Specialist – Global Logistics

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Ranked among the world’s largest petrochemicals manufacturers. Today, the company has operations in over 50 countries with a global workforce of over 32,000 talented individuals.

The Procurement Specialist, Global Marine Non-Bulk, manages global procurement of marine freight, ensuring cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions. The role focuses on strategy execution, contract negotiation, and driving value across the supply chain. Contribute to enable procurement value creation through active participation in the development of the SC Procurement strategy in line with the Shared Service Organization and GPS strategies to strengthen the strategic contribution and value added of GPS to its stakeholders
Contribute and participate in strategic and tactical decisions to meet short-term and long-term Supply Chain Procurement objectives
Lead contract negotiation to achieve the best terms and conditions for Global Marine Non-Bulk transportation, including the best service model
Implementation of Global Supply Chain Procurement Strategy to capture maximum value and synergy for the Client
Sustain development and improvement to meet customer satisfaction processes to deliver effective and efficient services to customers
Contribute and participate in strategic and tactical decisions with the Global Procurement team to meet short term & long-term Supply Chain Procurement objectives

• Embed Client values (Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver) in the strategy and work procedure & processes to symbolize Client brand
• "Active contribution and participation in the Global Marine Non-Bulk strategy for higher value creation
• Support SBU and various BUs to set their individual product targets by providing/setting annual supply chain cost targets
• Recognize the development of global market supply & demand to construct a purchasing strategy which minimizes unpredictable market effects to continue securing timely and high-quality services at a lower cost without exposing the operations to risk
• Identify trends at the Global Macro & Microeconomics level correlated with the logistics industry to develop and execute purchasing/contracting strategies and tactics for the acquisition of services to cope with prevailing and future market conditions
• Develop strategic Sourcing solutions and take advantage of technologies and strategies, including the outsourcing of Procurement Services activities when it is determined to be cost-beneficial
• Leverage global Contract Harmonization & Purchasing Power to unlock VC opportunity

Oversee development of effective and value-creating sourcing strategies for global categories under management, and delivery of sourcing solutions that create cost savings and ensure availability of supply
Conduct and Support contract negotiations, request for quotation (RFQ), bid evaluation, and make business decisions based on the best total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Perform spend analysis
Manage risks related to single-source procurement

Policies and Procedures (10%)
Formulate services and procedures for Global Marine Non-Bulk activities in line with the requirements of the GPS overall strategy: Insure Procurement Budget control within approved limits and ensure vendors' conformance with the Client's EHSS & Operation requirements.
Oversee rigorous adherence to the policies and procedures related to GPS.
Oversee SC Procurement Global Marine Non-Bulk SLA and KPI’s and ensure compliance with GPS requirements and processes
Ensure continuous development and improvement to meet stakeholders', Quality requirements, schedules, and budgets.
Work with the legal team for more robust terms and conditions to protect the Client's interest

Through achieving a company’s targets and fulfilling legal requirements concerning environmental and socially responsible sourcing
Apply the global contract templates and prepare the contract terms and conditions for negotiation
Apply the standard contract templates for Global Marine Non-Bulk contracts (i.e., Client Marine Carriage agreements)
Work with the Legal team for more robust terms and conditions to protect the Client's interest

Negotiate for favorable terms and conditions as well as legal terms in the Logistics Service Contracts, to ensure that the contracts are according to Client requirements
Administration of service providers' contracts to ensure timely renewal and extension of Logistics Services Agreements
Monitor against the Global Contract Templates and identify deviations

Monitor and assess the financial status, EHSS performance, and code of ethics for the new and existing vendors
Regularly measure the performance gaps and seek performance improvement
Supporting resolution of issues and coordinating with the Supply Chain team to achieve internal targets
Follow the approved Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

Reporting and Market Intelligence (5%):
Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual Performance Report for Global Procurement & Supply Chain Meetings
Perform Logistics Cost and Scenario analysis, and benchmarking
Scout for current and future logistics solutions
Market Trend Analysis for Logistics Service Globally

Risk Management & Insurance (5%):
Provide prompt support for the logistics services required in emergency cases, e.g., Supporting the Insurance team in the Insurance Program for Global Marine Non-Bulk.
Projects & Continuous Improvement (10%):
Work as a Value Partner & Driver with the Global Supply Chain Network Management and Excellence team for all SC GPS Global related projects
Participate in regular KPI meetings with cross-functional teams to identify gaps in the current performance and take necessary steps to close them
Participate in quarterly performance meetings with internal stakeholders and implement best practices to support Client Global growth
Be part of a continuous improvement culture to improve logistics services to the customers
Analyze performance of existing systems, processes, and people, perform required improvement, and propose corrective/ preventive actions

System Data Maintenance (5%):
Accountable for maintaining LE Contract data accuracy in the SAP system
Ensure a reliable level of data quality

8-12 years of experience in supply chain procurement-related jobs or equivalent

• Ability to develop and execute procurement strategies of global scope and complexity
• Deep knowledge of sourcing and purchasing activities
• Strong customer relations skills
• Knowledgeable with policies, procedures, systems, and best practices in the areas of Supply Management and supplier qualifications
• Excellent at building teams and business relationships
• Sound knowledge of the supply market, tax laws, and regulations
• Good skills in leadership & motivation, planning & organizing, problem solving and decision making
• In-depth knowledge on Transportation, Shipping, port operations, and Site logistics activities
• Education/Training/Certifications
• BA in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering (preferably Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical), Industrial Management, or Economics

Planning and Organizing
Personal Leadership
Financial and Commercial Acumen
Customer Focus
Personal Accountability

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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