Title:  SCM Specialist

What will you be doing?

The SCM Specialist has the responsibility to engage the supply lines for procurement of designated materials and services. 

• Work is predominantly on projects and  tenders. Capex expenditures as well as any other SCM requirements Seaway 7 may have are also part of the role.
• Pro-actively defines procurement strategies and serves as SCM guide to internal stakeholders
• Focus is on smaller number of transactions of mid and high complexity Supply Chain solutions.
• Activities have direct impact on the cost base of Seaway 7. 
• The Senior capacity of this role requires the SCM specialist to proactively define procurement strategies, also beyond a single transaction or project, as well as making suggestions for improvement of business processes. Moreover the Senior role shall proactively support fellow team members.
• The Lead capacity of this role additionally actively contributes to development and implementation of long-term sourcing strategies as well category management.Additionally, this role may be asked to head a team of SCM specialists to support a  designated (large) project.
 

What will you be responsible for

PRE-AWARD PHASE
• Co-operates pro-actively with all internal stakeholders to understand needs of Seaway 7 business.
• Collects all information required to efficiently and economically engage relevant supply lines. Such information may include end-client flow-downs as well as Subsea7 Group category strategies. 
• Defines procurement strategy in co-operation with internal stakeholders and expert disciplines.
• Obtains quotes and conducts commercial evaluations, aiming to identify best economical solutions for relevant business needs.
• Engages with preferred suppliers to achieve advantageous arrangements Seaway 7 in a timely fashion.
• Performs commercial analyses; normalizes and evaluates bids received. Incorporates technical evaluations from disciplines like Engineering, Planning, QHSE, Contracts / Legal, etc. 
• Finalises the bid summary. Makes recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Keeps strategy and project procurement plan up to date.
• Continuously endeavours to optimise cost, quality and schedule flexibility.
• Finalizes all subcontract documents for signature by authorised signatory.
• Supplier relationship management; schedules meetings with regular suppliers to manage expectations and align business interests.
• Works according to Seaway 7 Business Management System and SCM tools.
• Operates in accordance with Seaway 7 Business Code of Conduct.
• Safeguards compliance with company policies, objectives, environmental impact, safety and customer requirements.
 

POST-AWARD PHASE
• Supervises effective delivery of subcontracted services and goods in 
conjunction with internal stakeholders and relevant disciplines like QHSE Document 
Control, etc.
• Performs day-to-day management of supplier performance.
• Reviews all correspondence associated with supplier performance and takes
necessary actions if required. Where applicable, keeps the correspondence registers 
up to date.
• Contributes to the realisation of the project objectives. Stays aware of the key 
project matters, project schedule, planning and organisation. 
• Ensures appropriate delivery of goods and services. 
• Manages and negotiates all Variation Order. Cooperates with Contracts / Legal
Discipline as applicable
• Reviews supplier’s invoices and the final accounts.
• Takes care of subcontract close-out. Obtains relevant documentation from suppliers 
and, where relevant, obtains as-built documentation.
• Initiates and participates in supplier performance evaluations and populates lessons 
learned reports
 

What experience would we like you to have?

It’s the commitment and enthusiasm of our people that gives us our energy to create change and make an impact for the future. And we want you to bring your personality, skills and experience, powering us to be leaders in offshore wind.

• As a minimum bachelor level in a technical, commercial or legal discipline.
• Comprehensive oral and written communications skills. English language is mandatory.  Proficiency in another language would be a significant advantage.
• Commercially astute.
• High degree of diligence during day-to-day business; accurate.
• Comfortable negotiator; easy communicator.
• Great sense of integrity.
• Adequate level of stress tolerance.
• Pro-active, resourceful and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on attitude.
• Knowledge of relevant rules and regulations for offshore industry is beneficial.
• Advanced User Microsoft Office as well as SAP / Ariba.
• At least 5-7 years relevant working experience within procurement.
• Is willing to travel and work abroad from time to time.
• Independent worker, excelling as team player

At times, there may be specific qualifications we’re looking for, but we also recognise the power of transferrable skills, so if you feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, we want to hear from you. 

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