AJAYAKUMAR BHASKARAN, Procurement Engineer

AJAYAKUMAR BHASKARAN

Procurement Engineer

North Oil Company

Location
Qatar - Al Khawr
Education
Diploma, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Experience
21 years, 8 Months

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Total years of experience :21 years, 8 Months

Procurement Engineer at North Oil Company
  • Qatar - Doha
  • September 2020 to January 2024

Handling of PR’s for Major Project Spare parts under FOPS section with necessary reporting to Lead Procurement engineer on all procurement aspects (PR, PO, Delivery & NCR)  Handling the procurements activities for ongoing project (Gallaf-1) which was assigned by the company  Perform various types of purchasing activities in order to meet the requirements of the company in a safe, efficient, economic, auditable and comprehensive manner.
 Handling the procurement activities for the ongoing / upcoming shutdown jobs  Receive and analyze PRs coming from Partners’ Entities via the Head of Purchasing or the Team Leader  Finalize the S.O.W. in duet with Partners’ Entities.  Propose the bidder lists according to the nature of the requests  Answer to tenderers requests for clarifications  Organize and lead negotiations with suppliers associated with award and performance of POs  Ensure the follow-up of purchase orders until complete reception and payment  Ensure rapid and correct validation of PO’s  Ensure reception of acknowledgement of receipt for PO’s from suppliers  Ensure Suppliers’ deliveries on time ▪ Follow-up of goods receipt until NOC central warehouse.  Negotiate and solve all changes leading to amendment from Partners’ Entities or suppliers/contractors  Clarify discrepancies between material received and orders, if any with suppliers - Input all purchase data in SAP  Ensure the vendors compliance of NOC General Terms and Conditions for purchase of equipment’s  filing of all the purchasing documents and ensure that all approvals, justifications, circulation forms etc., are filed in line with the applicable procedures  Follow with vendors for post order clarification and expedite the delivery of orders etc.

Procurement Coordinator at QATARGAS ( MANPOWER SUPPLY THROUGH ROSETTIO MARINO)
  • Qatar - Doha
  • October 2017 to July 2020

1. Handling the Procurements activities for the ongoing projects which was assigned by the company
2. Participating in Weekly Procurement Review meeting with EPC CONTRACTOR
3. Monitoring and reporting the PO / Vendor documentation submissions
4. Monitoring and reporting the CONTRACTORs expediting of issued Purchase Orders
5. Monitoring and reporting on the procurement of the Critical materials
6. Laisse with EPC contractor to expedite the procurement activities related project
7. Monitor the project procurement and weekly submit the status report project control team
8. Review the EPC contractor proposal for the additional vendor and liaise with internal team and get the approval

9. Monitor the project procurement and highlight the delays to project team if any.
10. In charge the for RSPL package submission review and coordination with Qatargas internal department
11. Review the Purchase Orders issued by the EPC contractor as its complying the contractual requirement.

PROCUREMENT ENGINNER at TEKFEN CONSTRUCTION
  • Qatar - Doha
  • April 2017 to July 2017

1. Handling the Procurements activities for the ongoing projects which was assigned by the company
2. Analyze all suppliers in order to select the most suitable suppliers who are able to deliver high quality products at competitive pricing for on-going projects
3. Negotiate with suppliers on lead-time, cost and quality so as to obtain the maximum benefit for the company.
4. Liaise with suppliers on delivery schedule so as to ensure on-time deliveries of final product.
5. Develop, implement and drive the procurement strategies in order to meet cost savings targets.
6. Review and manage the supplier base to ensure consistency with the sourcing strategy.
7. Perform regular performance review with suppliers to drive continuous improvements.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER at TOPAZ MARINE
  • Qatar - Doha
  • March 2015 to April 2017

• Responsible for the Global Procurement and related Logistics of ship spares and consumables for 9 vessels operating MENA & Europe etc.
• Timely Delivery of Materials in order to achieve safe and continuous operation of company managed fleets which was working on Qatar, Europe region
• Sourcing material from foreign markets, such as China, India & Europe etc.
• Follow up with Suppliers and Freight Forwarders on issued Purchase Orders until receipt confirmation from End User.
• Preparation of shipping/export & import documents and follow up on timely delivery
• Source, establish new vendors worldwide for projects.
• Handled the Dry-docking procurement activities of vessel.
• Coordinate agents in the various region and connecting the spare parts on vessel stipulated schedule.
• Liaising with internal customers i.e. Operation and Technical Department to ensure smooth functioning of offshore assets
• Follow-up the suppliers regarding the delivery and expedite the delivery of long lead items

PROCUREMENT OFFICER at SORA MARINE
  • Qatar - Doha
  • August 2014 to February 2015

• Coordinating with the vessels which was supporting for the Banana Island resorts projects.
• Arrange the required consumables; spare parts required for company managed fleets
• Arrange/ prepare the subcontractors agreement for fuel oil; lube oil etc. with the suppliers
• Review of subcontractor pre-qualification documents
• Get and submit the competitive offers to client approval.
• Follow-up the suppliers regarding the delivery and expedite the delivery of long lead items
• Prepare the monthly forecast requirements for operation and submit the tentative cost to client for approval.
• Prepare the weekly procurement status and submit to management for review.
• Maintain record of price trends for major material components

PROJECT BUYER at ADYARD ABU DHABI LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • May 2006 to May 2014

 • Coordinating the company marine spreads working in Qatari water and take their requirements and arrange to deliver during the next port call.
• Take charge of procurement activities related to consumable, project materials, Hiring of plant equipment and PPE etc.
• Procurement in charge for the various shutdown projects in ADMA-OPCO; ZADCO & QATAR GAS
• Arrange the construction Material to site and workshop as per the project procurement schedule
• Supporting the contracts/ costing department for providing the budgetary prices for the bidding purpose
• Prepare and submit the Technical/Commercial comparison to project team/management to review
• Execute the procurement actions of the assigned project within the company guidelines, policies and also meeting the project specific requirements.
• Preparing a project procurement plan, project specific terms & conditions of Purchase, in consultation with stores dept.
• Prepare the periodic Procurement reports and update the project team for further reporting to the customers.
• Issue request for quotations to vendors to procure goods or services in compliance with the procurement procedures.
• Prepare the sub-contractors scope documents & Sub Contractor agreement
• The job includes Generating and forecasting the materials requirements on the basis of earlier consumption and current job requirements, dealing with the clients/customers floating enquires, obtaining quotation, Technical evaluation, Getting deviation and claims from the customer, Commercial negotiations, Issuing of PO, getting materials/items before the dead lines, in case of delays getting client approvals, Appointment of third party Inspectors, co-ordination and Inspection of items at various locations, arranging of transportation, delivering of items to various sites.
• The job also includes sourcing new vendors, regarding the technical requirements for all the Mechanical items for various projects.
• Making and maintaining operational contracts, half yearly and Yearly contract for various consumables for various projects and sites
• Preparation of Technical document as per Client requirement
• Prepare Commercial Bid Evaluation (CBE) in consultation with discipline engineers officers and perform pricing analysis, recommend contract awards that result in best value procurement. Arrange response from vendors for the technical queries. Arrange bid clarification meetings.
• Check open Purchase Orders on a weekly basis as a minimum and do necessary
actions to clear back log if any.
• Manage the day-to-day interaction with vendors and monitor vendor performance.
• Maintain cognizance on new trends and proactively appraised on new products.
• Maintain record of price trends for major material components.
• Formulating and executing negotiation strategies that take full account of supply
requirements, whilst ensuring cost reductions.
• Maintain high ethical business relationship with suppliers.
• Resolve disputes arising with suppliers concerning quality, price and delivery.
• Make effective use of price agreements, consignment agreements to reduce
transaction cost and inventory investment.
• Evaluation of New Suppliers
• Prepare the Overseas Orders and follow-up regarding the delivery, transportation, insurance etc .

PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR at SITE TECHNOLOGY
  • Qatar - Doha
  • January 2002 to May 2006

 Have an experience of more than 8 years in dealing with project related activities
 Completed all assigned tasks well before the end time
 Maintained project schedule and identified key dates
 Closely coordinated job schedules and needs with all departments to ensure smooth operation



 Mobilize the Manpower/materials as per the site requirement on time.
 Provided assistance to seniors and also coordinated with subordinates in professional attitude


 To understand the project requirements and to liaise with all departments to ensure lead times are achieved.

 Expert in making quick and sudden decisions and many times I gave suggestion which were appraised later.


 Consistently maintained high profit margins on all projects
 Assigned programming tasks to team members and set milestones to monitor progress.


 Maintained constant communication with project team manager to report progress, identify issues, and allocate resources.


 Experience to prepare the sub contractors scope documents
 Co-Ordination between the clients and sub contractors
 Preparation of Technical document as per Client requirement
 Familiar with design software (AUTO CAD) & Planning Software (MS PROJECT & PRIMAVERA)

Education

Diploma, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • at GOVT POLYTECHNIC ATTINGAL
  • June 1999

PRIMAVERA,International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code awareness trainings

Diploma, MECHANICAL
  • at DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENG/
  • April 1999

Specialties & Skills

AutoCAD
MS Project
Preparation
Awareness
AUTOCAD
PRIMAVERA
PTW HOLDER FOR UAE OIL COMPANIES

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)-APS- USA (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2020
Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager (CICCM) – IPSCMI; USA (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2020
Valid Until:
January 2025
Certified International Supply Chain professional (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2020
Valid Until:
September 2025
T-BOSIET (Training)
Training Institute:
GULF TRAINING CENTER ABU DHABI
Date Attended:
April 2014
PERMIT TO WORK - GASCO (Training)
Training Institute:
GASCO
Date Attended:
February 2014

Hobbies

  • READING BOOKS, WATCHING TV