Avanceon is an industrial automation consultation and system integration entity in Pakistan Qatar UAE KSA and United States. The company follows an ethical proactive and sustainable approach to business. As a leading innovator within the automation industry Avanceon provides state-of-the-art automation solutions on three continents. Established in 1984 Avanceon is committed to providing engineering excellence to its clients and partners. Providing end-to-end solutions which include Design Supply Engineering Installation Testing Commissioning and Maintenance Avanceons executive management has extensive experience and insight within the automation and system integration industry. Avanceon is an ISOand OHSMS ISO company holding certifications from TUV Austria and TRACE International. Find out more about
Job Description:
Avanceon is looking for a Supply Relationship Management Lead to lead the procurement of specialized equipment and instrumentation used in particularly wellhead control systems safety shutdown systems and process instrumentation.
The role demands a blend of technical Knowledge strategic sourcing and regional market knowledge to ensure timely compliant and cost-effective procurement aligned with project and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Procurement Strategy
Develop and execute procurement strategies for:
Wellhead control panels (hydraulic/electro-hydraulic)
Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems
Process instrumentation: pressure/temperature transmitters flow meters level sensors control valves actuators gauges
SCADA PLCs RTUs and related automation components
Vendor Development & Management
Identify evaluate and onboard suppliers and OEMs
Build long-term relationships with vendors across UAE GCC Europe
Conduct commercial bid evaluations supplier audits and performance reviews.
Strategic Procurement Planning
Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies across direct and indirect categories.
Align procurement goals with corporate objectives project timelines and budget forecasts.
Conduct spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Supplier Relationship & Risk Management
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and OEMs.
Evaluate supplier capabilities financial health and compliance
Category Management
Lead category strategies for high-impact areas such as capital equipment instrumentation services and logistics.
Benchmark pricing contract terms and service levels across global and regional markets.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define specifications and sourcing requirements.
Contracting & Commercial Negotiation
Oversee RFQ/RFP processes bid evaluations and contract negotiations.
Draft and manage service agreements frame contracts
Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in all procurement activities.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Mentor and develop procurement analysts and category managers.
Engage with finance operations and legal teams to ensure alignment and transparency.
Represent procurement in strategic planning and executive reviews.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
Bachelors degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Business or related field
Technical Skills
Expertise in strategic sourcing category management and supplier development
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP Oracle) e-sourcing tools and spend analytics
Strong understanding of contract law risk management and compliance frameworks
Soft Skills
Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Leadership and stakeholder management across functions
KPIs & Success Metrics
Cost savings and value creation through strategic sourcing
Supplier performance and risk reduction
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure procurement activities comply with:
UAE import/export regulations
ADNOC or other client-specific procurement standards
Mitigate risks related to supplier reliability and currency fluctuations
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