Mahendran Natarajan

• Monitored and expedited all contractor procurement activities for offshore/subsea facilities.
• Approved procurement procedures and templates (MPSR, SPDPSR, Expediting Reports) aligned with project objectives and Contractual requirements.
• Ensured compliance with EPC contracts, approvals for deviations, cost adjustments, and change orders.
• Implemented expediting mechanisms for timely delivery of packages, equipment, and materials.
• Coordinated spare parts procurement and cataloguing to achieve O&M objectives.
• Supported Quality & Contractors in evaluating vendors and reviewing critical documentation.
• Delivered USD 1.2M in cost savings via Customs Duty Exemption Program.

• Monitored and expedited all contractor procurement activities for offshore/subsea facilities.
• Approved procurement procedures and templates (MPSR, SPDPSR, Expediting Reports) aligned with project
objectives and Contractual requirements.
• Ensured compliance with EPC contracts, approvals for deviations, cost adjustments, and change orders.
• Implemented expediting mechanisms for timely delivery of packages, equipment, and materials.
• Coordinated spare parts procurement and cataloguing to achieve O&M objectives.
• Supported Quality & Contractors in evaluating vendors and reviewing critical documentation.
• Delivered USD 1.2M in cost savings via Customs Duty Exemption Program.

• Approved Procurement Quality Control Supervisor (PQCS) for BI-21-01277
• Successfully implemented the Procurement of Inspectable materials as per Schedule ‘G’ & ‘Q’ requirements of Saudi Aramco Mid Form & Short Form Contracts.
• Handled Procurement of Contractor Supply Materials in Saudi Aramco projects: BI-21-01032 - 5550 / 5520 / 5528- Onshore Maintain Potential Program Department (OMPPD) Gas Wells in Uthmaniyah
• Prepared Material Requisitions (MR), Inspection Assignment Package (IAP) and coordinated with Prime Contractor, SAPMT and SAVID for Approvals in BI-10-01277- 6540/ 6545 / 6550; 10-010302-5544 - Onshore Maintain Potential Program Department (OMPPD) Gas Wells in Shedgum area
• Expedited delivery of Long Lead Items like HVAC and Flare System Burn Pit and Bulk Materials delivery for BI-21-00077- SEC PP13 SALES GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM
• Developed Purchase Order - Materials Tracking Table and Status Reports for Management review and data for Weekly Inspection and Fabrication Status Report (IFSR), Two Weeks Look Ahead Schedule
(TWLA) for procurement activities.
• Increased volume of business with Saudi Vendors to fulfil schedule ‘G’ & IKTVA requirements.

• Led the procurement department for OMPP (Onshore Maintain Potential Projects) with Saudi Aramco
and Sales Gas Pipeline (PP-13) with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
• Supervised 5-member procurement team, coordinated expediting and TPI inspections.
• Developed contractor procurement plans, deviations, and spare parts management plans.
• Ensured compliance with Saudi Aramco Schedules G & Q and IKTVA requirements.
• Developed tracking tools: PO Material Tracking, Inspection Reports, TWLA Schedules.
• Ensured Schedule G and IKTVA requirements were met through strategic vendor selection.

• Ensured all business transactions are conducted ethically and professionally in accordance with all laws, regulations, policies, codes and standards / specifications of SAUDI ARAMCO.
• Ensured contractor’s Purchase Orders full compliance with the Contract Specifications.
• Expedited the delivery of various engineered /non-engineered items from major OOK and IK manufacturers.
• Tracked the deliverable submission by Vendors and Contractor based on Vendor Document Deliverable List.
• Formulated the expediting plan for items based on criticality and lead time for delivery.
• Conducted weekly Teleconference calls with Contractor and Vendors.
• Maintained regular progress updates as required by the Management.
• Coordinated Bi- weekly expediting meeting amongst the Contractor and AOC team.
• Expedited bulk materials comprising 56”, 42”, 36” and various sizes of Metallic pipes, flanges & fittings.
• Handles the delivery of Non- Metallic RTR pipes, fittings and accessories.
• Expedited the Order of structural steel around 12000 MT for Pipe Rack and Compressor Train Foundations.
• Expedited the Purchase Orders for various valves such as Gate, Ball, Globe, Check and Plug Valves.
• Ensured that the Vendor submittals were in compliance with applicable 9COM, RVL, SAMSS, SAES, SAEP, NMR FORMS, IR and International Standards.
• Tracked the approval and release of Vendor documents such as NMR and Quality documents like ITP, IAP.
• Verified accuracy of Contractor’s Material Expediting Status Report in accordance with project progress.
• Identification of project critical and long lead materials.
• Organized Technical clarification meetings with EPC Contractor and Vendors as required.
• Generated and maintained expediting progress reports for NMRs and IAPs in Procurement Department.
• Determined the overdue documents submission by Vendors and Contractors based on Vendor Print Index (VPI) and alerted the Project Team.
• Updated the manufacturing status from Vendors and informed the project team of material status and scheduled project procurement timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.

• Expedited critical materials (large-diameter pipes, valves, pumps, steel) for major EPC projects.
• Reviewed contractor purchasing procedures, procurement plans, and spare parts plans.
• Prepared procurement reports, tracked approvals, and ensured SAP documentation compliance.
• Conducted vendor equalization between Saudi and Out-of-Kingdom suppliers.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Reviewed and approved contractor’s Purchasing Procedures, Procurement Plan, & Spare Parts Plan.
• Ensuring all business transactions are conducted ethically and professionally in accordance with all laws, regulations, policies, codes and standards / specifications of SAUDI ARAMCO.
• Ensured contractor’s compliance with the Contract Specifications.
• Ensured that Aramco qualified vendors receive requests from EPC Contractor.
• Ensured that the POs and Requisitions were in compliance with applicable 9COM, RVL, Dummy PO Number, SAMSS, SAES, SAEP, NMR FORMS, LCC Forms, IR and International Standards.
• Tracked the approval and release of MRs in a timely manner accordance with project schedule through Material Procurement Status Report (MPSR).
• Identification of project critical and long lead materials.
• Expediting the Purchase Order for 3 meter diameter HDPE Pipes, PO value over $85 Million
• Expediting the Purchase Orders for 4500hp Inlet Sea Water Pumps, Electro Chlorination Package, Process Control Systems, Transformers, Switchgear, MCC, etc.
• Expedited various engineered / non engineered equipment from major manufacturers.
• Attended bid clarification meetings with EPC Contractor and Vendors as required.
• Reviewed bid recommendations prior to award and obtained Aramco Management approvals.
• Prepared Equalization Reports between Saudi vendors and Out Of Kingdom (OOK) Manufacturers.
• Generated and maintained procurement progress and expediting reports for MRs, TBEs, POs, NMRs, IAPs and SPDPs in Procurement Department.
• Maintained the Approved documents in SAUDI ARAMCO SAP System.
• Coordinated with Standardization Department of Saudi Aramco for Cataloguing of Spare Parts in Material Management System for future Operation and Maintenance requirements.
• Prepared Monthly Contractor Procurement Report (CPR) for Management Review.
• Continuous monitoring of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products.
• Held weekly procurement progress meetings with contractor at various stages of the project.
• Determined the overdue material and informed the project team of material status Plan and scheduled project procurement timelines and milestones using appropriate tools

• Significant exposure in carrying out Project Management activities entailing estimation, planning, procurement, execution & control
• Hands-on experience in spearheading Procurement & Construction Projects involving project feasibility study, strategy formulation and site execution
• Proficiency in planning, executing & spearheading various estimation, engineering & technical activities for Oil & Gas Companies
• Expertise in driving (inbound & outbound) logistics operations which encompasses new route identification, fleet management & negotiation with freight forwarders & material suppliers for timely delivery of the materials required
• Abilities in managing Sales & Service Operations involving design & development, detailed drawing for fabrication & coordination with internal departments
• An effective communicator with honed interpersonal, negotiation and problem solving skills

• Managed procurement, expediting, and material tracking for EPC projects.
• Directed supplier performance management, contract negotiation, and site coordination.
• Developed procurement plans, quality plans, and project execution schedules.