About the RoleThe Darwin offshore logistics base, specifically the Darwin Marine Supply Base at East Arm Wharf, is a crucial hub for supporting offshore oil and gas operations, particularly for the Ichthys LNG project.
It provides dedicated facilities for the storage, loading, and unloading of supplies for offshore vessels.
Position: Repair BuyerClient: InpexLocation: Darwin - Offshore Logistics BaseIndicative Term of Contract: 12 months Skills and Experience Requirements Tertiary qualifications in business (preferable) or equivalent professional or 5 plus years of relevant experienceMinimum of 5 years Procurement and/or Repairables coordination experience, preferably in oil and gas industryThorough understanding of Repair, Rotables, Sourcing and Procurement processesStrong capability in cost and time effective sourcing to procure services and goods from competitive suppliersRobust experience in contract formulation activities, inventory and materials management, supply systems and processesSuperior SAP skills (MM module - minimum 5 years) and an awareness of functions of the AP and PM ModulesGeneral knowledge and keen interest in engineering and technical matters related to repair, refurbishment and recertification of equipment and materialsUnderstanding of local content requirements in the contracting processAbility to work under pressure & Organisation skills (high)Enthusiastic & ability to multi-taskGood communication skills, both oral and writtenStrong team working skillsExperience in procurement systems and processes coupled with a superior working knowledge of engineering, construction, and service delivery practicesObjective Provide repair coordination and procurement support to Operations in relation to repair, refurbishment, and recertification of equipment and materials through SAP in a timely manner as assigned with supervision and support from line manager(s)Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the preparation, issue, maintenance, expediting, and closeout of Purchase Orders for Repair scopesInteraction with suppliers and internal Subject Matter Experts (Material Management, Maintenance Operations, and etc) to coordinate resolution of material related queries and clarifications arisen during repair procurement processesContribute to continuous improvements within Procure-to-Pay function with support from line manager(s)Interaction with Operations, Logistics, and freight forwarder to ensure the appropriate transportation and receiving outcomesResponsibilities Provide core repairs process support to Operations including:daily review of requestsidentification of materials and suitable vendorscapturing transactions in SAPfacilitation of logistics and freight movementsliaising with relevant business stakeholdersexpediting of critical priority repairsmonitoring and resolving quality requirements and arising issuesmaintaining repairs trackerKeep track of all outstanding repair ordersProactive review of planned orders in SAP and current demand to determine any requirements for new purchasesSupport PM04 Process for PSV coordination and changeoutAssist with recertification of equipment in line with INPEX specificationProactively identify value creation and cost avoidance opportunities including identification of materials with potential to be repairedEnsure Australian Industry Participation objectives are being considered and implemented in all procurement activitiesPrepare Request For Quotations (RFQ's) and evaluate responsesNegotiate with suppliers on all matters relating to terms and conditions, improved pricing of quotes received and delivery options that may be more economic and more timelyCoordinate on contractual, commercial, taxation, insurance, HSES and legal issues with relevant internal stakeholdersResolve technical queries with Operations Maintenance groupRaise Purchase Orders (POs) and resolve queries as requiredExpedite the delivery of purchased items and ensure their compliance with the required specifications and delivery dateEnsure commercial and contractual correspondence with suppliers is efficiently handledFacilitate resolution of invoice queries with Account Payable and suppliersEnsure that full audit trail is maintained for all repair procurement transactionsProvide repair and procurement advice to the colleagues within the team as well as the relevant non-Contracts & Procurement personnelResolve all issues independently and proactively with minimal supportIdentify issues and provide solutions in line with the Contracts & Procurement proceduresMaintain positive supplier relationshipsEnsure confidentiality of contract documents is maintainedPerform any related duties and responsibilities as and when required by Procurement Manager, Senior Repair Buyer, Contracts Lead, Contracts Engineers and/or Procurement SpecialistsOptimisation of the Procure to Pay processes by assessing the current processes and recommending improvement opportunities in a constructive wayBe vigilant for cost saving opportunities and pursue them where practicalKeep line managers informed of any potential significant issues relating to purchasing activitiesLiaise with suppliers and Quality team etc.
to obtain factory production schedules and milestones for Long Lead Items and compile into register for access by multiple teams/departmentsRegularly liaise with Operations (including Shutdown Coordinators) regarding any changes to schedules/delivery dates, incoterms, commercial implications, transport and logistics issuesProvide detailed updates in SAP Expediting Notes for all of the aforementionedOnly candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
(Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)
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