Sourcing Specialist

Job Summary

We are hiring for our client a Sourcing Specialist who will be responsible for sourcing evaluating and managing subcontractors and suppliers supporting transportation operations including heavy trucks rig moves clearance and logistics services.
The role ensures securing reliable vendors with the best pricing payment terms and service quality while maintaining smooth execution of operations and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source qualified subcontractors and suppliers for:
  
• Heavy trucks (low bed flatbed tanker etc.)
  
• Light vehicles
  
• Rig move services
  
• Equipment rental
  
• Customs clearance and logistics support
  

• Conduct continuous market research to expand the supplier network and find specialized vendors for different project requirements.
  
• Negotiate competitive rates payment terms and contracts to achieve cost efficiency while maintaining service quality.
  
• Compare quotations and ensure selecting the most suitable vendors based on:
  
• Price
  
• Quality
  
• Availability
  
• Reliability
  

• Coordinate closely with operations team to understand daily and project-based requirements.
  
• Ensure timely mobilization of subcontractors and availability of required equipment/vehicles.
  
• Follow up with subcontractors to ensure:
  
• On-time dispatch
  
• Proper execution
  
• No operational delays or issues
  

• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions when needed.
  
• Manage supplier accounts in coordination with finance:
  
• Verify invoices
  
• Ensure alignment with agreed rates
  
• Follow up on payments based on agreed terms
  

• Resolve any operational or commercial issues with suppliers efficiently.
  
• Maintain an updated database of all subcontractors and suppliers including:
  
• Rates
  
• Contracts
  
• Performance history
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Logistics Business Administration or related field.
  
• 25 years of experience in sourcing procurement or operations within:
  
• Transportation
  
• Logistics
  
• Oil & Gas services (preferred)
  
• Strong understanding of trucking operations rig moves and logistics services.
  

Skills

• Strong negotiation and cost optimization skills
  
• Excellent communication and supplier handling
  
• Ability to work under pressure and handle urgent operations
  
• Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
  
• Good knowledge of the local market (transporters suppliers clearance agents)
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting
  

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in Logistics Business Administration or related field. 25 years of experience in sourcing procurement or operations within: Transportation Logistics Oil & Gas services (preferred) Strong understanding of trucking operations rig moves and logistics services. Skills Strong negotiation and cost optimization skills Excellent communication and supplier handling Ability to work under pressure and handle urgent operations Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills Good knowledge of the local market (transporters suppliers clearance agents) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting

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