Buyer & Supply Chain
Location: Iraq, Bassora
Employment Type: Employee
About Us
PEG is an international engineering and contracting Company having its footprint in selected and strategic geographies. With more than fifty years of proven experience in providing process design, engineering solutions and project management, today PEG carries out projects for Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Renewables, from conceptual front-end design and feasibility study, trough to detailed engineering, construction, commissioning and startup, operating & maintenance.
About the Role
The Buyer Specialist is responsible for the procurement of goods, equipment, materials, and general services required to support EPC Oil & Gas operations in Iraq. The role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant purchasing activities in accordance with project requirements, company procedures, client specifications, and local regulations.
In addition to project-related procurement, the Buyer Specialist manages the acquisition of general services necessary for site operations, including accommodation, transportation, facility management, catering, maintenance services, office supplies, and other indirect procurement categories.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Activities
- Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle from purchase requisition to purchase order issuance.
- Source qualified suppliers and subcontractors for project materials, equipment, and services.
- Obtain and evaluate commercial quotations, ensuring compliance with technical and commercial requirements.
- Conduct commercial negotiations to achieve the best value in terms of cost, quality, delivery, and service.
- Prepare bid tabulations, commercial evaluations, and supplier selection recommendations.
- Issue purchase orders and service agreements in accordance with company procurement procedures.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and contractual commitments.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, Logistics, Warehouse, and Project Controls departments to support project execution.
- Resolve procurement-related issues, including delays, shortages, non-conformities, and claims.
General Services Procurement
- Procure indirect goods and services supporting site and camp operations.
- Manage contracts and suppliers related to:
- Accommodation and camp services
- Transportation and vehicle rental
- Facility management
- Cleaning and housekeeping
- Security services
- Office supplies and consumables
- IT equipment and related services
- Maintenance services
- Ensure uninterrupted availability of services required for daily project operations.
Vendor Management
- Develop and maintain an approved vendor database.
- Evaluate suppliers' capabilities, financial stability, quality standards, and HSE performance.
- Conduct supplier performance assessments and support vendor qualification processes.
- Maintain effective relationships with local and international suppliers.
Contract and Compliance Management
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, client requirements, ethical standards, and applicable Iraqi regulations.
- Support contract administration activities and maintain accurate procurement documentation.
- Ensure proper record keeping of purchase orders, contracts, quotations, and procurement reports.
- Participate in audits and compliance reviews when required.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, preferably within EPC, Oil & Gas, Energy, Construction, or Industrial projects.
- Experience working in remote project locations or international environments is highly desirable.
- Previous experience in Iraq or Middle East projects is considered a strong asset
- Knowledge of contract management principles.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Fluent English (written and spoken) required.
