Role: Procurement / Supply Chain lead Coordinator - Gas Pipeline Project
As part of a major gas pipeline infrastructure project, I played a key role in the procurement and supply chain function, ensuring timely sourcing, delivery, and management of critical materials and services.
Managed procurement and logistics for materials and equipment on large-diameter cross-country gas pipeline projects, including line pipe (carbon steel), bends, valves, pig traps, and block valve station components.
Supported sourcing and logistics for 350km x 42” high-pressure gas pipeline.
Coordinated with engineering, QA/QC, and logistics team to manage delivery schedules, FATs, and international shipments for pipeline materials.
Working closely with engineering and project teams, I contributed to the successful execution of the project by maintaining cost control, quality standards, and schedule compliance.
Managed end-to-end procurement processes for materials, equipment, and services required for gas pipeline construction and commissioning.
Developed and maintained a project procurement plan aligned with project timelines and budget constraints.
Conducted market research and vendor prequalification to ensure reliable sourcing of high-quality materials such as pipes, valves, compressors, and fittings.
Issued RFQs/RFPs, evaluated bids, conducted commercial negotiations, and finalized supplier contracts ensuring best value procurement.
Coordinated with engineering, project management, and construction teams to forecast material requirements and avoid supply delays.
Ensured compliance with international standards (e.g., API, ASME, ISO) and local regulations for material specifications and logistics.
Handled logistics and expediting to ensure timely delivery of long-lead items and critical components to remote construction sites.
Monitored vendor performance, managed purchase orders (POs), and ensured documentation completeness (packing lists, MTCs, CoCs).
Manage Material Requisition (MR) Approval / Signature process, take all necessary steps to ensure timely MR approval.
Supported project cost control through continuous monitoring of procurement expenditures and change order management.
Managed relationships with local and international suppliers to build long-term partnerships and ensure consistent supply.
Educate and train Stakeholder’s in the relevant processes and procedures in support of procurement activities.
Coordinate and execute necessary actions to ensure timely closure of OS&D, repair and returns.
Support of the FGP Construction team, the FGP Procurement Coordinator will have responsibility for supporting the coordination of Procurement activities with Materials Management, Engineering and Construction team.
This includes Phase 4 Construction on the site.
Key contact for Tengiz field departments for all Procurement and Expediting questions and clarifications. Responsible to gather, update and report out status of Procurement, Expediting, Freight Forwarding, Customs clearance of materials/equipment statuses for critical job packages/equipment.
- Company industry:
- Oil & Gas
- Job role:
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Purchasing and Procurement