Job
Description
You will be joining NOV Rig - Aftermarket as a Lead Technical Procurement Engineer at the Mumbai Rabale Aftermarket facility. Your primary responsibilities will include: - Working closely with the operations teams to understand procurement requirements details and request vendor quotes. - Participating in the new vendor approval process. - Capturing technical and commercial information and ordering goods in correct quantities to maintain the supply and demand balance. - Coordinating with planning teams to gather service PO workscope, generate service POs, and communicate information related to the scope and delivery terms with vendors. - Following up with vendors and suppliers regarding goods and service procurement and updating production teams about delivery date changes when vendor PO due dates are rescheduled. - Evaluating vendors periodically against the established performance measures. - Identifying and resolving issues with vendors arising throughout the procurement process. - Identifying ongoing procurement process improvement opportunities, reviewing with management, and implementing as directed. - Analyzing technical and commercial information from SMEs required to create goods and service PO's. - Researching and obtaining technical guidance from engineering and manufacturing experts to resolve technical questions during procurement. - Coordinating with the quality control department and independent verification authorities to manage inspection and witness activities at the vendor's site. - Determining the timing of placing orders for goods based on required dates and lead times. - Routinely monitoring and evaluating logistic arrangements and identifying strategies to minimize transportation costs. - Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and measuring suppliers" performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level. - Analyzing the market to identify opportunities to expand the vendor base. - Determining vendors based on established criteria, negotiating the organization's purchasing agreements/contracts, and ensuring their materials and products meet the company's specifications. - Identifying sources based on internal global inventory analysis. - Assisting in analyzing supply-demand imbalance to develop strategies to ensure steady and time-phased materials supply. - Coordinating with global NOV locations to fulfill unmet goods demand. - Identifying potential bottlenecks and implementing procurement strategies that support the company goals and long-term outsourcing objectives. - Routinely studying vendor capabilities and new vendor establishments locally and regionally. - Visiting vendor locations to evaluate opportunities to diversify the regional vendor base. - Identifying cost reduction opportunities by comparing multiple sources based on time-studies. - Coordinating with all shop departments to maintain knowledge of plant operations and equipment design in order to plan effectively. - Improving logistics process for inventory maintenance, manufacturing, shipment (Import & Export) and delivery, and returns/rejections. - Keeping up to date with ERP system changes, documenting processes, and managing the introduction of new technologies in the workplace. - Periodically reviewing non-conformances and engineering changes to ensure suppliers are following correct revisions. - Complying with local regulations, API, and ISO standard requirements. - Participating in API and ISO audits and representing the NOV purchasing department. - Performing other work-related tasks as assigned. - Complying with all NOV Company and HSE procedures and policies. Education & Experience Qualifications: - Engineering degree (4-year degree) with 8-10 years of demonstrated technical procurement or product engineering experience - Demonstrated contract negotiations and procurement processes experience in a manufacturing setting - Supplier development experience in a technological organization Behavioral Competencies: - Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal - Attentive to details - Problem Solving - Action Oriented - Negotiation - Time Management - Result Driven and Accountable - Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment - Conflict Management Technical Competencies: - Ability to evaluate vendor capabilities - Working knowledge of ERP systems and MS Office Suite - Working knowledge of supply chain fundamentals - Data visualization - Ability to comprehend technical material specifications/requirements and drawings - Basic materials science - Machine design - Working knowledge of Electro-hydraulic components, seals, bearings, mechanical and electrical hardware articles - Working knowledge of machining, welding, painting, and other additive and subtractive manufacturing processes Join NOV Rig - Aftermarket and be part of a global family of companies that provide technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support to the oil and gas industry worldwide. With a focus on purposeful innovation and service above all, you will have the opportunity to contribute to powering the industry that powers the world.,
