Procurement Regional Manager

Requisition ID: 96889 

Job Category: Procurement 

Location: Santiago, Santiago Province, Chile 

 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

The Procurement Regional Manager administratively reports to Regional PDG (Project Delivery Group) Director and functionally to Global Procurement Director. The Procurement Regional Manager liaises with the Global Procurement Discipline Manager for application of PLP Systems, procedures and tools including improvement of best practices and performance of procurement professionals.  

Summary 

An active member of the Regional Management Group responsible for all Project and Construction Management operations, for Procurement activities related to project procurement services and business development 

The Regional Procurement Manager provides active leadership to procurement professionals in the Region and support for all Projects being planned and executed through offices. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Overview and Control of both Home Office and Field Procurement Functions. 
• Coordinate with the Global Procurement Discipline and other offices to ensure that practice development initiatives and system development initiatives are visible and applied. 
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Controls and Construction to ensure that EPCM work flows are established and visible. 
• Provide guidance to Project Procurement professionals in the performance of their duties. 
• Provide assistance to the Global Procurement Team in the development and maintenance of a consolidated database for Suppliers and Contractors. 
• Coordinate with Regional PDG Director to manage procurement resource requirements for the region. 
• Actively engage with Business Units in the development of proposals, including the development of procurement services estimates and strategies. 
• Accountable for the Recruitment, Induction, Development, Mentoring, Performance Management of regional team members. 
• Functional support and advice to Project Procurement Manager (PPM's) on contractual issues both formation and administration. 
• Input to or development of Procurement strategies on projects. 
• Conduct Client Presentations and interface discussions, to understand their needs and requirements. 
• Perform audits on on-going Projects for compliance with Procurement guidelines and procedures. 
• Participate in Project reviews from a Procurement perspective recommend corrective actions when required. 
• Participate in and contribute to global procurement operations update, reporting and management  
• Establish levels of Procurement Authority, and delegates roles and responsibilities and reporting lines. 
• In conjunction with the Project Procurement Manager, works with Project Controls and Commercial Groups on costing, deliverables, estimating, budget man-hours and the like for both Proposals and active Projects. 
• Oversee standard project specific contract attachments plus commercial and general conditions for the various types of procurement packages required to satisfy the project scope of work. 
• Maintain internal and external peer contacts and keep abreast of new developments for the purposes of ensuring continuous improvement to maintain Hatch as a leader in the Procurement field. 

Qualifications and Experience 

Essential 

• Engineering or Business Degree and extensive experience in Domestic and International Procurement activities. 
• Demonstrated, solid experience in a Senior Management Position. 
• Has performed Project Procurement Manager Role on Multi Discipline EPCM/EPC Projects Worldwide 
• Uphold high level standard of integrity and ethics and compliance 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, both in Spanish and English
• Excellent people management and client liaison skills 
• Demonstrated ability to act as a mentor and foster growth in the procurement team 
• Experience and knowledge of working in the Global Procurement Market 
• Detailed knowledge of Contract Law and its interpretation 
• In depth understanding of Materials Management including, Purchasing, Expediting, Quality Control, Logistics and Site Material Control, and contract formation and contract administration 

Preferred 

• Specialist training and development courses in Business Law, Finance and Accounting and related Business Subjects. 

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.