Senior Category Specialist M/F

Senior Category Specialist

We currently have an opportunity within SPIE Global Services Energy Middle East LLC Doha, Qatar for a Senior Category Specialist .

Reporting & Context

Based within the Commercial Division, Strategic Sourcing department, reporting to the Head of Category. Established March 2025, approved by the Chief Commercial Officer.

Job Purpose

Support the Head of Category in executing category strategies, lead complex sourcing projects, and manage supplier relationships across assigned categories.

Key Accountabilities

• Strategy & Sourcing: Contribute to category strategy development and execution; lead complex tenders, sourcing events, and negotiations.
• Supplier & Contract Management: Manage supplier relationships, contract renewals, performance reviews, and resolution of non-conformances.
• Compliance & Reporting: Enforce QAFCO procurement policies; track and report category KPIs, savings, and supplier performance.
• Team Development: Mentor Category Specialists and national fresh graduates as part of local talent development initiatives.
• Innovation & Technology: Drive adoption of AI, automation, and digital tools to optimize category management and decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Present category strategies and results to senior management and governance committees.
• Value Creation: Deliver cost reduction and process optimization aligned with corporate objectives - growth, sustainability, and risk management.
• IMS Compliance: Adhere to QAFCO Integrated Management Systems (Quality, HSE, Environment, Responsible Care, Energy).

Profile

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.

Experience and Additional Skills :

1. Experience in Capital Projects, Engineering, or Technical Services (including Industrial Gases and Chemicals, Catalysts, and Civil Works).
2. Experience of Qafco or Qatar Energy sister companies.
3. Good knowledge to work in a transition from Procurement Operation (tactic) to category management.
4. 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.

What can we offer you?

We offer a long-term contract with an attractive daily rate, insurance coverage, transportation & expat standard accommodation.

Minimum level of experience required

6 years or more.

Required authorisations

Fit to work.

Languages

English (C-Professional working proficiency).

SPIE Global Services Energy is committed to promote diversity. This position is opened to people with disabilities.