.At Subsea7, we take pride in being recognized globally as a leader across the Energy Industry. For 5 decades our people have delivered over 1,000 projects in all water depths across our energy hubs and we continue to do so, adapting and evolving in an ever-changing world. Our success and sustainability are only made possible by continuing to develop our assets and technology through innovation and collaboration, and importantly through the development and diversity of our people who every day 'Make Incredible things Happen' At Subsea7. Senior Buyer Location: Lisbon- Portugal DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION Procure Project materials/services (Incorporable or Installation aids) as allocated by the Project SCM Manager and ensure the complete & timely delivery of the material & equipment in line with the project requirements, give alarm to all delay & propose recovery plans, ensure the application of the SCM processes, ensure that the expediting and inspection records are kept up to date. Maintain a single point of contact (SPOC) with the supplier. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Propose the Bidders List based on Company and Subsea 7 approved Suppliers Lists and based on approved SCM strategy within the Project. Issue RFQ (Request for Quotation) to Bidders using SAP Ariba tool, when applicable. Perform commercial and contractual analysis, schedule evaluation of bids, and incorporate technical evaluation from Engineering, QA, QC & HSE. Finalise the bid summary and make recommendations to the Project SCM Manager for technically acceptable solutions. Perform commercial negotiation and ensure the best deal for Subsea 7. Prepare and submit the Supplier Commitment Approval (SCA) for review and approval by the Budget Holder. Create and get approval of the PR & PO in SAP. Organise and lead the Kick off Meetings with Vendors, ensuring in particular that instructions related to Vendor documentation and the administration of the Award are clearly explained and understood. Expedite the supplier documentation and regularly review the status of the SDR (Supplier Documentation Register). Ensure a close relation with the QC engineer and keep aware of all QC issues and anticipate their consequences on schedule. Follow up the progress of the manufacturing and keep the Project SCM manager informed of any event that may result in late delivery and prepare a recovery plan. Review all correspondence and take necessary actions as required. Keep up to date the log of suppliers technical queries/deviations and expedite their close-out. Expedite the issue / review and approval of the Supplier documentation. Process Change Order Request / Change order negotiation and approval. Ensure and is responsible for the delivery in time, cost and quality of the material, services and documents of the Award. Ensure all conditions are enforced to issue a release note and trigger the material receipt function in SAP when the release note is issued
