Wells Materials Focal Point (Maternity Cover)

Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Wells Materials Focal Point (Maternity Cover), based in Aberdeen. This will be a PAYE contract role for 6-9 months with hybrid working options.
 
Responsibilities:
 
Inventory & Materials Management

• Ensure sufficient inventory to meet drilling programme requirements while maintaining right-sized stock levels.
• Align inventory replenishment activities with market conditions and supplier lead times.
• Manage and control wells safety and contingency inventory, including blowout contingency materials.

 
Demand & Planning

• Provide proactive demand management and challenge demand where appropriate.
• Lead alignment between material planning and operational drilling schedules.
• Lead monthly planning meetings with key external stakeholders.
• Sourcing & Supply Management
• Make decisions on sourcing routes for materials outside contracted agreements.
• Support timely execution of all material movements.
• Execute surplus management and investment recovery activities.

 
Systems & Data Management

• Manage SAP remote logistics module to ensure visibility of non-inventory materials.
• Contribute to materials management dashboards, analysing and presenting data effectively.
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of networks and work orders to enable timely financial crediting.
• Operational Support & Issue Resolution
• Ensure all material movements are executed at the earliest opportunity.
• Resolve material supply issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Provide rapid response for urgent material requirements impacting drilling operations.

 
Stakeholder & Contract Management

• Act as a member of the Contract Management Team.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support operational delivery.
• Build strong relationships to ensure effective material supply and performance.

 
Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Coach peers and business stakeholders on material supply and performance best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in wells materials processes and performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance service delivery

 
Experience & Qualifications:

• Skilled in the use of SAP to plan & resource for materials management
• Knowledge of end-to-end Materials Management and buying processes
• General overview of Contracting and Procurement processes is preferred
• General understanding of day-to-day functions of a warehouse, including goods receipt, picking, kitting, dispatch, preservation
• Ability to gather, analyse and present data via digital platforms
• Experience managing multiple cross-business stakeholders i.e. Wells Engineering, Projects, Contracting & Procurement, Logistics
• Proven track record of delivery experience
• Team player with excellent communication skills

 
Contract position
 
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/083488.


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