Buyer (Procurement)

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, as well as major developments across onshore energy and infrastructure sectors.

This strategic expansion strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project execution by seamlessly integrating the energy and infrastructure cultures of Asia and America across a diverse set of emerging markets and verticals. By expanding into onshore power plants, including gas-based and combined-cycle facilities, as well as onshore and offshore wind projects, in addition to our established offshore capabilities, we further broaden our commitment to providing world-class, end-to-end energy solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry.

Position Overview

To prepare the sourcing of assign package(s) of equipment and/or services from RFQ to PO close-out.

Activities & Duties

• To align with Package Manager and Package Engineer of all require specifics for the scope
• To obtain Supplier Interest to Bid and signed Non-Disclosure Agreement ahead of RFQ
• To compile all documents associated to scope of source prior to RFQ
• To issue RFQ to project bidder list and be prepared to request bidder to be qualified prior to award
• To expedite Supplier for timely submission of quality bids within due bid date
• To verify bid(s) completeness and/or ability to disqualify incomplete bid(s); disburse the technical bid to designated Package Engineer for review
• To organize and conduct bid clarification meetings (when required) with Suppliers, separate technical vs commercial sessions where applicable
• To negotiate a winning contract per project requirement; engage Legal & Contract Manager to support T&Cs when necessary
• To prepare the Commercial Bid Evaluation of bids per scope; gather the Technical Bid Evaluation and prepare Recommendation for Award to present to PMT for acceptance
• To formalize purchase requisition through procurement tool; expedite internal approvers for timely PO issuance
• Issue and expedite Supplier PO Acknowledgement, Bank Guarantee, and any commercial milestone related documentation within agreed timeline
• To manage timely approved change order (PO revision) request from Package Manager
• To anticipate potential claims (e.g.: change order, OS&D, liquidated damage, etc.) until PO close-out
• To monitor and expedite timely Supplier invoice approvals to align with agreed contractual milestone payment schedule
• To assist where required to achieve timely PO close-out

Measure of effectiveness

• Completeness of purchase order requisition of agreed T&Cs
• Be the focal point to drive effective negotiation
• Maintain or improve budget per assigned scope

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business (master’s is a plus)

• Minimum 5 years of Oil & Gas industry knowledge
• Skilled in sourcing, market/product/supplier analysis, negotiation, and contractual formulation
• Strong time management skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders