Sourcing Lead Supervisor - Supply Chain

**Job Overview**

The Sourcing Lead Supervisor plays a pivotal role in optimizing procurement strategies and driving cost-saving initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for assessing sourcing opportunities, executing sourcing events, and building long-term supplier partnerships. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, suppliers, and internal procurement teams to ensure alignment with business goals, compliance with company policies, and maximization of operational value.

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Analyze spend data and supplier/category trends to identify sourcing opportunities and improve pricing, service, and technology.

+ Execute sourcing events (RFXs), negotiate cost savings, and manage cost-impacting decisions.

+ Maintain accurate contracts and supplier records to ensure compliance and accessibility.

+ Award contracts in line with company procurement policies and standards.

+ Establish strategic alliances with suppliers to foster long-term, value-driven partnerships.

+ Communicate with stakeholders to align sourcing initiatives with business priorities and timelines.

+ Provide clear reporting on procurement impact and lead resolution meetings with suppliers on critical issues.

+ Identify and implement strategies to reduce supply costs and enhance value to the business.

+ Ensure alignment of country-level procurement and sourcing objectives with overall organizational strategy.

+ Collaborate with regional procurement teams to ensure full implementation of contracts and agreements.

+ Provide sourcing and procurement support across all locations, plants, and operations.

+ Adhere to Safety and Quality Management Systems as per organizational policies.

**Key Skills**

+ Advanced knowledge of Procurement and Sourcing strategies, including:

+ Procure-to-Pay cycle

+ Strategic sourcing and category management

+ Market and supplier trend analysis

+ Contract and supplier management tools

+ Strong negotiation and analytical skills, including the use of cost models.

+ Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (oral and written).

+ Understanding of local and regional market dynamics.

+ Contract drafting skills using company templates.

+ High adaptability, ability to perform under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

+ Collaborative, proactive, and capable of managing changing operational demands.

**Qualifications**

+ Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

+ Experience: 5–10 years of sourcing and procurement experience in the oilfield or energy sector.

+ Certifications (Preferred):

+ Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

+ Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

+ Sourcing Certificate

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