Contract: C&P Methods Engineer - International Oil and Gas Operating Company / France

Our client, an international Oil and Gas Operating Company are looking for a Contracts and Procurement Methods Engineer to be based in Paris, France.

As C&P Methods Engineer you'll participate to the functioning of the C&P Methods entity by performing the following activities:

- Processes / Procedures / Organisation

? Organise, update and assist the C&P Manager and C&P Director in implementing referential procedures and the Company Rules relating to procurement activities

? Analyse the procurement process and identify improvements opportunities

? Ensure consistency of C&P referential and its respect by users

? Organise and structure documentation and archiving of the C&P entity

? Prepare and participate in any (internal or external) audits when needed

- Analysis/Reporting

? To carry out Monthly internal control

? Ensure definition and implementation of an integrated C&P reporting process

? Ensure C&P weekly, monthly and annual reporting

- Communication

? Facilitate the internal communication between C&P entities for procurement and contracts matters

? Liaise with the shareholder entities about procurement activities and promote exchange of information with them.

- Tools

? Participate or ensure SAP deployment or upgrade regarding MM (link with Finance department, Technical Entities...), facilitate the transition and the use of SAP for procurement matters

? Develop and implement materials optimisation strategy using SAP

? Be responsible for the deployment of Supplier Management tool

? Participate or ensure Master Data Creation Section

? Participate in C&P SAP training for end users

- Supplier development

? Develop supplier pre-qualification processes

? Develop a reference supplier database

? Maintain the supplier data base

? Be the point of contact for new suppliers

? Keep track of supplier reporting

? Support contracts engineers when performing supplier evaluations

Qualification and background

- A degree in a relevant subject would be desirable

- Extensive experience in Contracts & Procurement within the International O&G industry is essential - preferably onshore LNG projects.