Job Title: Material Specialist
Location: Onshore, Doha, Qatar
Industry: Oil & Gas / Engineering
Position Type: Two (2) years initial contract with a possibility of extension.
Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Material Specialist to join a dynamic operations and expansion team in a leading energy company. This role is ideal for an experienced professional in materials management who is looking to contribute their expertise to large-scale industrial projects, ensuring that material needs are met efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Material Specialist, you will be responsible for the following key activities:
- Materials Assessment: Collaborate with project teams to assess spare parts and operating supplies requirements, ensuring all needs are identified and addressed in a timely manner.
- Database Management: Catalog and prepare materials for upload into a materials management system, maintaining up-to-date and accurate records to facilitate easy retrieval.
- Inventory Inspection: Oversee the receipt of materials in the warehouse, verifying descriptions and part numbers, and improving data accuracy to support smooth operations.
- Technical Descriptions: Review and enhance technical descriptions for spare parts, ensuring consistency and clarity in procurement documentation and inventory records.
- Cross-Referencing Data: Conduct regular cross-checks of existing records to eliminate duplication and ensure the integrity of material databases.
- Collaboration: Liaise effectively with internal teams and contractors to ensure materials requirements are met and any gaps are addressed promptly.
- Compliance and Safety: Ensure all activities are in full compliance with internal safety, health, environmental, and quality standards, as well as legal and regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Educational Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Professional Experience: At least 8 years' experience in materials management, particularly within the oil and gas sector.
- Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of materials management software and proven experience using SAP or equivalent systems, especially within the materials management or procurement modules.
- Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders. Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills are essential.
- Personal Attributes: A proactive, self-motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a strong focus on improving processes and workflows.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Material Specialist to join a prestigious company at the forefront of the energy sector. You will be involved in exciting, large-scale projects, where your expertise will be key to ensuring operational success. In return, you will enjoy a collaborative work environment that encourages growth and development.
If you are an experienced materials management professional ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.