Lead Procurement

Wood is currently seeking a Lead Procurement Coordinator to support our Projects business. This role will play a key part in the development of a new gold mine and processing facility located at a remote site in Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess the EPCM contractor’s procurement plans, material requisitions, and procurement schedules.

• Coordinate the technical evaluation of vendor proposals, including bid tabulations (TBE), vendor selection processes, and commercial bid evaluations (CBE).

• Review and validate purchase orders (POs), vendor documentation, logistics strategies, and quality assurance processes.

• Participate in and coordinate factory acceptance tests (FATs), vendor inspections, and expediting activities.

• Support the management of long-lead items, equipment tracking, and resolution of vendor-related issues.

• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure timely and accurate integration of vendor data into project deliverables.

• Strong understanding of key contracting principles, supported by relevant industry experience and exposure.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams (where applicable).

• Expert knowledge of contract terms, principles, and the development and implementation of contracting policies.

• Solid awareness of corporate and project procedures, as well as client contract structures and policies.

• Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Mining, Oil & Gas, EPC, or EPCM environments.

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant professional experience.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience required.

• Preference will be given to Saudi nationals.

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