Supply Chain Manager

Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover

End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit

The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company

Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years service of our employees at 5 year service milestones

Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are:

Responsible for the leadership and management of a deployed supply chain project team providing all aspects of supply chain management including materials management, warehousing, expediting, procurement, subcontracts, negotiation and reporting. Key aspects of the role include the direction and management of the supply chain activities for EPC and EPCm projects. The administration and supervision of assigned supply chain personnel working within the project. Ensuring the competence and performance of all assigned supply chain personnel within their role. The Supply Chain manager shall develop and implement strategies for subcontracting that align with the overall project goals and company objectives. This includes identifying potential subcontractors, defining pre-qualification criteria, assessing their capabilities, and establishing partnerships that can adapt to changing project needs. The Supply Chain manager will be also familiar with the prevention, assessment and final resolution of claims and disputes on complex subcontracts.

Clear understanding of the client’s head contract requirements including Wood responsibilities and incorporates those into appropriate project supply chain strategies, plans, procedures and terms and conditions. Understand and manage threats to the commercial position of Wood and Client, and develop plans to mitigate commercial risks. Has strong knowledge of commercial terms and conditions, interfaces with Wood legal/commercial experts and can initiate/discuss adaptations in order to reach a robust commercial agreement. Regularly monitors and reports progress of all project procurement activities. Ensures team regularly update reports/systems with required information to allow accurate reporting, and escalates any critical issues and risks to project management.

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Degree qualified or equivalent in business studies, law, engineering, supply chain or similar discipline or industry equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role on large-scale EPC and EPCm projects in the oil and gas sector.
• Extensive track record managing supply chain activities within the Oil and Gas sector.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain practices.
• Advanced knowledge of Subcontractors, commercial evaluations, negotiations and terms and conditions of contract.
• Advanced knowledge of best practices to ensure the proper management at job site of the (construction) subcontractors, including management of unit price (re-measured) contracts and claim/dispute management.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Negotiating complex agreements
• Dispute and claim resolution
• Implementation of project supply chain processes and procedures
• Experience in audit and assurance
• Leading complex tender activities through to completion
• Mobilisation of supply chain post contract award
• Subcontract Agreements and Framework Agreements
• Industry forms of Subcontract
• Complex Tactical Procurement
• Logistics and Materials Management
• ERP systems
• Client contract requirements
• Supply Chain Principles and techniques

Key Responsibilities and duties:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with project goals and organizational objectives, particularly for large-scale EPC projects.
• Procurement Management: Lead procurement activities, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Logistics Coordination: Oversee logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management, to ensure the timely delivery of materials to project sites.
• Project Collaboration: Work closely with project director and engineering teams to understand project requirements and timelines, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
• Risk Management: Identify potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project schedules.

Company Industry:

Department / Functional Area:

• Logistics
• Supply Chain

Keywords:

• Supply Chain Manager