Procurement Officer

About Yokogawa

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

To ensure the overall execution of projects in compliance with Yokogawa’s Quality Management System (QMS) and Field Services Management (FSM) procedures, specifically related to the implementation and realization of Instrument and Process Control Systems products portfolio.

• Conduct Research on Suppliers & Analyze Data
  Perform detailed market research to identify potential suppliers. Evaluate supplier capabilities, pricing, and service offerings to support cost-effective procurement decisions.
• Supplier Qualification and Onboarding
  Assess and verify suppliers against company standards for quality, reliability, and compliance. Manage the onboarding process to ensure all necessary documentation and approvals are in place.
• Request for Quotations & Commercial Evaluation
  Solicit quotations from qualified suppliers. Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive prices, terms, and conditions. Prepare detailed commercial evaluations to support procurement recommendations.
• Ensure Compliance with Procurement Policies
  Maintain strict adherence to company procurement procedures and policies. Ensure all procurement activities meet internal controls, audit requirements, and legal standards.
• Issue Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders
  Prepare and issue accurate purchase order requests (PRs) and final Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring all required approvals are in place and supplier terms are clearly defined.
• Track Order Acknowledgement and Delivery
  Monitor the acknowledgment and fulfillment of orders by suppliers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
• Invoice Verification
  Review supplier invoices to ensure they are consistent with the agreed purchase order terms, including pricing, quantities, and delivery terms.
• Monitor Supplier Performance
  Evaluate ongoing supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and service. Address and resolve any performance issues or concerns in coordination with relevant departments.
• Vendor Payment Follow-Up
  Coordinate with the finance department to ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices, while resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Support for Urgent and Emergency Purchases
  Provide on-the-ground support for urgent or emergency procurement needs, ensuring fast and compliant sourcing of critical goods and services.
• Improve Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC)
  Actively seek to enhance the company’s cash flow position by negotiating improved payment terms with suppliers, thereby contributing to a healthier CCC.
• Ad Hoc Assignments
  Perform additional tasks and assignments as directed by the Procurement Manager to support departmental and organizational objectives.

• Educational Background
  : A bachelor’s degree in a relevant commercial or engineering discipline (such as Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. A solid educational foundation is essential to understand technical specifications and commercial terms relevant to procurement activities.
• Professional Experience
  : A minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in procurement roles, specifically within the Oil & Gas, Power & Water industries. This includes experience in sourcing instrumentation and control systems, dealing with specialized vendors, understanding industry-specific requirements, and managing technically complex RFQs and contracts.
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