Geotechnical - Supervisor

• Provide technical support, mentoring and direction to the geotechnical team;
• Oversee the geotechnical analysis and studies completed by the geotechnical engineers;
• Review and scrutinize third party geotechnical and hydrotechnical assessments, inspections, investigations;
• Evaluate cost saving opportunities within the geotechnical hazard management program;
• Achieving monthly KPIs, and reporting to management;
• Prepare communication material, and present to senior management, business unit stakeholders and regulatory agencies;
• Provide training to Operations for field investigations required following key weather events;
• Develop monthly forecasts, annual expense and capital budgets, and 10 year long range geotechnical spend plans;
• Review and update the Geohazard Management Program documents on an annual frequency; and
• Evaluate team performance and determine training needs to meet performance objectives.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering Designation with preference given to Civil/Geotechnical Engineering. Consideration will be given to an Engineering Technologist certificate in a related field;
• 10 years of relevant work experience involving pipeline geotechnical engineering;
• Strong technical understanding of geohazard assessment methods, investigation and mitigation strategies in relation to pipeline integrity management;
• Experience in geotechnical investigations, geo-hazard evaluations, air-photo and LiDAR interpretations, rock and soil slope stability evaluation, subsurface and aerial pipeline river crossings, and instrumentation, monitoring;
• Demonstrated leadership abilities leading a team of engineers;
• Energetic, resilient, collaborative, goal oriented and a motivated team player;
• Exceptional influencing and communication skills with a strong focus on customer service;
• Demonstrates assertiveness to ensure business requirements are met, along with a can-do attitude to accommodate the variable duties required for the position;
• Critical analytical, and strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Travel is minimal, but must be willing to travel to the field for up to a week duration; and
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

IT Security Analyst

Houston based

Full time, Direct hire

Our client have a newly created SOC team which they are still looking to hire for.

In this role you will be gathering information and analyzing IT security risk. The overall aim being to minimize this risk. This is truly the front line of their security function.

Main responsibilities and duties include; monitoring and analyzing big data and providing automated feeds into the SOC. Incident management. Giving direction to the business and IT teams and having confidence to provide advice and guidance.

Successful candidate's experience and background:

5 years plus experience within IT Security, ideally a SOC.

Experience with one or more of the following tools; Active Directory, Carbon Black, Palo Alto, Splunk or SIEM.

Past experience with Anti-Virus, Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls and Vulnerability Assessment tools.

Experience with SPLUNK would be a massive advantage.

CISSP and or CCNA certifications are also an advantage.

A wonderful time to grow a fantastic company who are really investing in cyber security.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Location: Edmonton (office based) Or NW Alberta (Home based)

The Outside Technical Sales Representative will promote and secure the sale of pump and gas compressor products within the assigned market sectors. Market sectors include Municipal Water and Wastewater, Fire Protection, Heavy and Light Industrial and Commercial with specific account focus on EPC's, engineering consultants, mechanical contractors, end user accounts and OEM's within the assigned territory of Edmonton or Northern Alberta.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, qualify and secure sales opportunities for the companies represented products, including the appropriate packaged systems, in the prescribed markets and territory.
• Develop, nurture and maintain close working relationships with the decision-makers in the assigned markets including consultants, operator/maintenance and contractors.
• Influence and assist in preparing technical specifications for the engineering consultants on represented products.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the Regional Sales Managers for represented products.
• Provide market intelligence to Inside Sales during quote preparation.
• Follow up and close quotes issued by Inside Sales.
• Update and maintain internal sales tracking system on a regular and frequent basis.
• Develop and maintain project activity reports indicating status ( i.e. pre feasibility, budget, RFQ)
• Assist in developing yearly sales forecasts.
• Conduct product/process lunch and learn sessions to the appropriate engineering firms.
• Work directly with represented manufacturers to obtain technical information, project pricing and special requirements.
• Promote products at regional trade shows as required.

• At least 3 years demonstrated ability to successfully sell the assigned products in this geographical area.
• Ability to effectively present ideas and influence buying decisions
• Technical education and background, C.E.T preferred.
• A thorough and demonstrated knowledge of the processes involved in the Oil & Gas market place (Conventional - upstream/midstream and SAGD)
• Superior and effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated analytical skills required for technical documents review and comment.
• Better than average computer skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Superior organizational skills - a self-starter who can work independently and as part of a busy team.
• Power Point
• Technical specification writing

• Rotating Equipment - pumps
• Consultant engineering
• Oil Producers - conventional, SAGD, heavy oil processes
• Gas Producers - upstream and midstream processes

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, an emerging Operator within the Oil & Gas Industry, has a requirement for an experienced Contracts Analyst with a focus on EPC Contract bids & tenders.
The role will be initially based in Houston, TX however may require visits to Project Sites both domestically and internationally.

Job Overview

The Contract Analyst will support the Project Manager Contracts & Procurement in administering and tracking EPC and other primary contracts. The Contracts Analyst will track, monitor contract changes, deliverables, notices, correspondence and help maintain associated documentation. In addition, the analyst will perform detailed analysis on all change orders and claims and will run financial and economic impacts as necessary. Participate in an open book process and provide support to the Contracts, Procurement and Project Controls team in an effort to achieve lump sum pricing for the EPC execution phase of multiple LNG projects.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Analyze material, notices, deliverables, proposals, open book estimates and change orders to advise project staff on issues and help in determining negotiation strategy.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets to monitor contracts, participate in efforts to conform cost plus work to lump sum EPC phase, and track subsequent change orders and notices.
• Coordinate with members of the project teams to gather information and draft responses to contractor questions, notices and RFIs.
• Create materials for project and other management reports (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel)
• Interpret relevant data and information from a variety of industry, government and public sources.
• Collaborates with other members of JV, or appropriate Stakeholders, as needed, to engage knowledge experts with a particular product category. Engage them in contract strategy and analysis as appropriate.
• Use project tools to manage documentation relating to Project Contracts.
• Develops and integrates contract management tools, templates, methods and processes.
• Aids the Contracts Advisor and Sr. PM Contracts and Project Controls in preparation for meetings with contractors and management as required.
• Aids in updating the Project Risk Register as project risks impacts and occurrence probability changes

Experience / Education

• Ideally holds a Bachelors Degree
• Minimum of 3 x years project experience within the energy / oil & gas industry
• Ability to work with multiple parties and clients (internal and external)
• Ability to create effective presentation graphics, and images in various formats for various uses
• Ability to represent complex data relationships in simple, easy to visualize formats
• Strong research capabilities; specifically researching LNG and contract information on multiple data bases
• Ability to use technology to streamline tracking and contract management
• Position requires modest supervision
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software, specifically demonstrate a high proficiency in Excel
• Must be able to know when to consult subject matter experts and go back to supervisor or client for more direction

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Senior Accountant
Location: Houston, TX

Our client is a dynamic, rapidly growing, Houston headquartered oil and gas operator that is looking to expand their Financial Reporting team by bringing on an experienced Senior Accountant.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelors' Degree in either Accounting or Finance
• The ideal candidate with have between 5-10 years' of experience
• Previous experience with either OGSYS or DocVue strongly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills, which includes: macros, pivot tables and v-lookups
• Responsible for compiling and analyzing financial information to prepare closing entries and accruals.
• Preparing monthly business plans and forecast variance analyses
• Performing account reconciliations and analysis for various balance sheets
• Any experience in the Gulf of Mexico is an added plus
• Assisting with other accounting functions as needed

This is an exciting position that holds excellent career growth opportunities to higher level positions and director level roles if successful.

Senior Financial Accountant Benefits:

• Highly attractive base salary plus bonus scheme
• Full health benefits with an outstanding 401k match
• 9/80 work schedule
• The chance to play a crucial part in the growth of a dynamic organization

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Sales Representative-Artificial Lift
Location: College Station, TX

Our client is a rapidly expanding, global equipment manufacturer who is looking to expand their College Station based team by bringing on an experienced Sales Representative.

Sales Representative Qualifications:

• Completion of no less of a High School Diploma, with an Associates' Degree preferred.
• Must have previous Outside Sales Experience
• Experience with Artificial Lifts is a requirement
• Responsible for selling company products and services through both business development and account management
• Developing strong customer relationships
• Achieving sales targets and ensuring customer satisfaction

This is an exciting position that holds excellent career growth opportunities to higher level positions and management level roles if successful.

Sales Representative Benefits:

• Highly attractive base salary plus great sales incentives
• Full health benefits
• The chance to play a crucial part in the growth of a dynamic organization

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide schedule trends, reports and recommendations
* Compile and analyze project schedule/progress data for reporting
* Maintain CGS Integrated Schedule
* Interact and provide leadership to Engineering Contractors Project Controls Team
* Audit contractors schedules/progress systems to ensure quality and accuracy of information during engineering and construction phases

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
* 10-15 years' experience in planning and scheduling
* 10-15 years' experience in progress and productivity measurement
* 10-15 years' experience and understanding of cost control, document management, change management and contractual functions
* 10-15 years' experience with and understanding of construction principles and activities
* 10-15 years' experience with Primavera and (intermediate level) Excel skills
* 10-15 years' experience in Earned Value Analysis
* 10-15 years' experience in analyzing data and trends, to make recommendations to the project team
* 10-15 years' experience in planning/scheduling
* 10-15 years' experience working in Major Construction Projects

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
* Post-Secondary Degree in Engineering
* Post-Secondary Diploma in Engineering or Construction
* P. Eng.
* Project Management Professional (PMP)
* Planning and Scheduling Professional Certification
* 10-15 years' experience in gas and oil industry

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Wireline (E-line) Sales Manager - Calgary

An exciting opportunity has arisen with an innovative technology company focused on well integrity and well diagnostics for a Sales Manager with an extensive background in wireline.

Based in Calgary but focused on Canada-wide operations, you will be responsible for driving sales in the region. This is a "hunter" type position and is well suited to someone who has an extensive contact network in the Canadian market and enjoys building cold and warm relationships.

You will have an extensive sales background in wireline, specifically electric line, and have a demonstrable track record in sales success in wireline services in Canada.

On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a business with proprietary technology company with a number of USP's regarding technology, along with an attractive base salary and performance based compensation scheme.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Business Development Manager - Gulf of Mexico

Due to ambitious expansion plans, an innovative wireline services technology company (with their own proprietary technology) are looking to hire a Business Development Manager.

The role will be based in Houston and will focus primarily on Gulf of Mexico operations as well as some US Land.

Applicants should have an extensive background in wireline, ideally initially in the field followed by Sales/BD experience with a service company. Experience of selling services to offshore operators is a pre-requisite.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with rapid expansion plans for the US market, and comes with an attractive base salary and performance-based compensation scheme.

Please note that sponsorship is not provided, applicants who require sponsorship to work in the US cannot be considered.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Job Scope
Location: this is a monday- friday job based in Fox Creek no FIFO

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  Champion safe, and cost-effective preventative and loss management approaches in day-to-day pipeline and plant operations to minimize potential losses and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policies, standards, procedures, practices, etc.;
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  Work collaboratively with Operations management and staff to build a strong safety culture;
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  Conduct and/or review hazard assessments for higher-risk activities such as confined space entry and on construction projects. Provide on-site Safety and Emergency Management (SEM) assistance and ensure appropriate controls and resources are in place;
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  Assist in review, development and documentation of field procedures to ensure the clients operational activities meet regulatory and corporate requirements. Provide field reviews and task evaluations to verify procedures are implemented as required;
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  Perform or participate in various internal and/or external audits and reviews, including, but not limited to, ground disturbance, lockout-tagout, Certification of Recognition (COR), emergency management, Canadian Nuclear Safety commission, safety culture, etc.
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  Participate actively in area safety meetings and provide regular presentations on "Key SEM Topics". Follow up on the safety-related items identified at the meetings;
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  Review and assist with incident investigations, reporting and follow up to prevent recurrence;
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  Coordinate updates and development of SEM Standards and Learnings from Incidents;
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  Assist in the review, development and documentation of procedures and task analyses to ensure construction, maintenance and operational activities meet client and regulatory requirements;
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  Work with Project Managers to help establish and execute SEM project inspection requirements and activities. Liaise with third party project Safety inspectors and provide periodic SEM project oversight;
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  Review and assist with incident investigations, reporting and follow up;
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  Serve as the field SEM liaison for internal or external parties requiring field information or activities.

Qualifications
This position requires a background of safety expertise and/or extensive gas plant operations and/or maintenance experience

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  Minimum 5 years of industry experience in Safety related discipline within Gas Plant facilities.
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  Designation or completion of one of the following is an asset:
  • 
    Canadian Registered Safety Professional (Canadian designation);
  • 
    Occupational Health and Safety Certificate(s);
  • 
    Occupational Health and Safety Diploma or Technical Certificates;
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  Strong knowledge of applicable industry safety requirements, standards, policies and procedures including those of OH&S, AER, NEB, OGC and CSA;
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  Strong written and verbal communication skills including an ability to interface positively with the field, and project personnel;
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  Working knowledge of MS Office and demonstrated aptitude working with other business related computer programs and applications;
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  Valid Class 5 Driver's License.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

This position is an excellent opportunity to join the regional team based in Montreal.
This dynamic team is responsible to deliver optimal controllership support to Product Groups and all Business Units.

Job Scope
Working in a collaborative environment the team is responsible for coordinating and ensuring a high quality of all accounting, financial reporting, technical support and compliance services are delivered to all Business Units.
Working from Monday to Friday, you will report to the Manager Controllership and you will have the following duties:
Ensure compliance with adequate internal controls
Provide analysis of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial results that will serve for external and management reporting
Ensure inventory and sales figures are accurate
Partner with the Business Serv. & Support team to enhance financial services provided to the BU
Support the controllership function initiative to standardize and optimized its processes
Manage requests to/from various stakeholders
Provide the required information for internal & external audits
Support ad hoc projects or initiatives

Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in accounting
Between 2-10 years of accounting experience
Accounting certification CPA or equivalent Knowledge of SAP and advanced Excel skills, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) skills would be an asset
Very good business acumen and ability to interact effectively with colleagues
Bilingual English/French
Proactive and the ability to work independently
Strong analytical skills and critical thinking
Good team player skills

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, a leading multinational mining organization is looking to add a Procurement Specialist to their team. This is a full time permanent position based in Montreal, Quebec.

The Organization
This organization operates in over 35 countries worldwide. Owning and operating some of the world's largest and best quality mines.

The Job

• Owning the development and implementation of a comprehensive regional category management strategy and the development of commercial agreements to minimize total cost of ownership and maximize value that will drive competitive advantage and meet the organization's governance requirements;
• Executing those category plans. This will include leading key or complex sourcing projects and ongoing management of contracts and supplier relationships;
• Consolidating internal regional data collection of current internal customers' supply and consumption trends that will be the basis for category strategy development and related sourcing programs;
• Contribute to a rigorous fact base on external dynamics that will be basis of the category strategy and sourcing program, specifically through market analysis. Systematizing the analytical process through developing and maintaining customized supplier databases and risk management tools;
• Responsible for building the negotiations plans for approval and be able to support and lead during negotiations;
• Managing contracts and support the Business Units end user service delivery team to managers in their contract management accountabilities as defined by the Segmentation model;
• Ensuring all projects are delivered using SAP Ariba and to ensure they meet the requirements outlined in the Procurement and Group Policies, Standards and Guidelines;
• Undertaking value tracking and preparing monthly, quarterly and ad hoc reports to customers. Collating and preparing market analysis specific to commercial negotiations;
• Being open and transparent in their relationships and able to develop a high level of trust and work in a matrix environment.

The Individual

• Bachelor Degree in Business or Engineering
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of procurement & supply chain experience
• Previous experience with multi-national companies in Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Mining, Manufacturing, Utilities, Automotive or Aerospace industries etc.
• Previous experience with SAP
• Strong commercial acumen with proven category and contract management capabilities
• Strong project management, problem solving and customer relationship management skills
• Ability to achieve outcomes through influencing and collaboration with others
• Ability to communicate succinctly verbally and in written form with both internal and external stakeholders
• Prior experience in data analysis, reporting and systems design
• Bilingual (English/French) is a must

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com