Technical Procurement Specialist

As a Technical Procurement Specialist at NOV, your primary role is to support various business lines in identifying, shortlisting, selecting, and acquiring suitable goods, services, or works from third-party vendors. Your responsibilities include: - Working closely with operations teams to understand procurement requirements and request vendor quotes. - Participating in the new vendor approval process. - Capturing technical and commercial information to order goods in correct quantities. - Coordinating with planning teams to gather service PO workscope and communicate delivery terms with vendors. - Following up with vendors regarding procurement and updating production teams on delivery date changes. - Identifying and resolving issues with vendors throughout the procurement process. - Identifying procurement process improvement opportunities and implementing as directed. - Liaising with the account payable department. - Complying with local regulations, API, and ISO standard requirements. - Participating in API and ISO audits and representing the NOV purchasing department. - Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and measuring their performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level. - Analyzing the market to identify opportunities to expand the vendor base. - Visiting vendor locations to evaluate opportunities for diversifying 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 addition to these responsibilities, you will be expected to hold the following qualifications: - A bachelors degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. - Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement with knowledge of methods, procedures, and processes. - CIPS Qualifications (Desirable). - Experience with ERP system. - Knowledge of ISO, API, ASTM Material Standards. - Knowledge of Casting, Forging, Heat Treatment process, and raw material procurement. - Knowledge of machining, Special coating & other manufacturing processes. - Knowledge of Inventory Management. - Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite. - Strong communication skills in English (Both Verbal and Written). - Strong time management and analytical skills. This role at NOV offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the company's procurement processes while ensuring the timely delivery of quality goods and services. As a Technical Procurement Specialist at NOV, your primary role is to support various business lines in identifying, shortlisting, selecting, and acquiring suitable goods, services, or works from third-party vendors. Your responsibilities include: - Working closely with operations teams to understand procurement requirements and request vendor quotes. - Participating in the new vendor approval process. - Capturing technical and commercial information to order goods in correct quantities. - Coordinating with planning teams to gather service PO workscope and communicate delivery terms with vendors. - Following up with vendors regarding procurement and updating production teams on delivery date changes. - Identifying and resolving issues with vendors throughout the procurement process. - Identifying procurement process improvement opportunities and implementing as directed. - Liaising with the account payable department. - Complying with local regulations, API, and ISO standard requirements. - Participating in API and ISO audits and representing the NOV purchasing department. - Developing strong relationships with key suppliers and measuring their performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level. - Analyzing the market to identify opportunities to expand the vendor base. - Visiting vendor locations to evaluate opportunities for diversifying 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 addition to these responsibilities, you will be expected to hold the following qualifications: - A bachelors degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. - Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement with knowledge of methods, procedures, and processes. - CIPS Qualifications (Desirable). - Experience with ERP system. - Knowledge of ISO, API, ASTM Material Standards. - Knowledge of Casting, Forging, Heat Treatment process, and raw material procurement. - Knowledge of machining, Special coating & other manufacturing processes. - Knowledge of Inventory Management. - Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite. - Strong communication skills in English (Both Verbal and Written). - Strong time management and analytical skills. This role at NOV offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the company's procurement processes while ensuring t