Senior Category Specialist M/F
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About the Role
SPIE Global Services Energy seeks a Senior Category Specialist to support category strategy execution, lead complex sourcing projects, and manage supplier relationships in the Oil & Gas sector.
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Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Category in executing category strategies
- Lead complex sourcing projects, sourcing events, and negotiations
- Manage supplier relationships, contract renewals, performance reviews, and resolution of non conformances
- Enforce QAFCO procurement policies; track and report category KPIs, savings, and supplier performance
- Mentor Category Specialists and national fresh graduates as part of local talent development initiatives
- Drive adoption of AI, automation, and digital tools to optimize category management and decision making
- Present category strategies and results to senior management and governance committees
- Deliver cost reduction and process optimization aligned with corporate objectives
- Adhere to QAFCO Integrated Management Systems (Quality, HSE, Environment, Responsible Care, Energy)
Requirements
- Diploma in Engineering or BSc/BCom from an accredited university
- Minimum 5 years' procurement/supply management experience in Oil & Gas or petrochemicals
- Professional certification in Supply Chain or Business Administration (CIPS, CPSM or equivalent) is an advantage
- Full command of the procurement cycle (RFQ, bid evaluation, negotiation, PO expediting, closeout)
- Solid knowledge of Incoterms, commercial/legal contractual terms, logistics, and international trade insurance
- Proficiency in SAP S/4 HANA and/or SAP Ariba; comfortable with MS 365 and standard Office tools
- In depth understanding of MRO product specifications with ability to identify alternatives
- Awareness of current purchasing policies, market conditions, and best practice procurement standards
- Experience in Capital Projects, Engineering, or Technical Services (including Industrial Gases and Chemicals, Catalysts, and Civil Works) is preferred
- Experience of Qafco or Qatar Energy sister companies is preferred
- Good knowledge to work in a transition from Procurement Operation (tactic) to category management
- Available to start asap
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About SPIE Global Services Energy
- SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from design to maintenance.
- The company relies on an extensive local network to quickly deploy resources and meet customers' needs in the safest possible conditions.
- With 5,000 employees, SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve technical performance, increase energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint.
Key Accountabilities
- Support the Head of Category in executing category strategies; lead complex tenders, sourcing events, and negotiations.
- Manage supplier relationships, contract renewals, performance reviews, and resolution of non conformances.
- Enforce QAFCO procurement policies; track and report category KPIs, savings, and supplier performance.
- Mentor Category Specialists and national fresh graduates as part of local talent development initiatives.
- Drive adoption of AI, automation, and digital tools to optimize category management and decision making.
- Present category strategies and results to senior management and governance committees.
- Deliver cost reduction and process optimization aligned with corporate objectives growth, sustainability, and risk management.
- Adhere to QAFCO Integrated Management Systems (Quality, HSE, Environment, Responsible Care, Energy).
Education & Experience
- Diploma in Engineering or BSc/BCom from an accredited university.
- Minimum 5 years' procurement/supply management experience in Oil & Gas or petrochemicals.
- Professional certification in Supply Chain or Business Administration (CIPS, CPSM or equivalent) is an advantage.
Technical Competencies
- Full command of the procurement cycle (RFQ, bid evaluation, negotiation, PO expediting, closeout).
- Solid knowledge of Incoterms, commercial/legal contractual terms, logistics, and international trade insurance.
- Proficiency in SAP S/4 HANA and/or SAP Ariba; comfortable with MS 365 and standard Office tools.
- In depth understanding of MRO product specifications with ability to identify alternatives.
- Awareness of current purchasing policies, market conditions, and best practice procurement standards.
Additional Preferences
- Experience in Capital Projects, Engineering, or Technical Services (including Industrial Gases and Chemicals, Catalysts, and Civil Works).
- Experience of Qafco or Qatar Energy sister companies.
- Good knowledge to work in a transition from Procurement Operation (tactic) to category management.
- Available to start asap.
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem solving skills with a cost conscious mindset.
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities and tight deadlines, including annual plant shutdowns and emergency requirements.
- Team player with high integrity, effective business English communication, and cross cultural sensitivity.
- Results driven, self motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision.
- Committed to HSSE principles and responsible business behaviour.
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