Senior Technical Contract Engineer Services

Our client is a global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities. It transforms crude oil into fuels and essential industrial products through highly integrated and technologically advanced operations. The organisation is recognized for its strong HSE culture, operational excellence, and commitment to reducing environmental impact. Joining the company means contributing to complex international projects within a high-performance industrial environment.

Job Dimensions

Affiliate Complexity / Criticality

The job holder is the C&P métier representative of an affiliate with high complexity / criticality to manage C&P activities, as the C&P stakeholder will have to consider internal / external factors such as:

The high risk related to bribery in Iraq and the management of economic sanctions risks (Iraq is identified as one of the riskiest countries related to bribery). Anti-bribery qualification process and monitoring are under C&P responsibility.

The set-up of an affiliate in a country where TE is not operating, requiring an important level of negotiation with authorities to define rules to be followed and to build local practices (processes, suppliers, etc.).

The implementation of a 4-in-1 project (multi-energies and technical disciplines) where all external engagement and associated processes are going through C&P Affiliate (MPP, CC, Audit, SAP DOA, etc.).

The most salient risks for the Company managed by C&P: Legal risks (criminal prosecution), reputational / financial risks linked to human rights violations or bribery cases of suppliers, which can lead to significant legal prosecution and high reputational / financial risks. The C&P Head of Division job holder will have to navigate within this complex environment to manage all Contracts & Procurement activities within the company in compliance with Company and local policies, while participating in the optimization of economic performance, quality and time efficiency of C&P operations.

Interactions with various disciplines, such as EP Ratawi Hub Management, HSE, Security, Drilling and Completion, Project, Field Operations, Legal, Social Performance, Commercial, Finance, Human Resources, National Content, IT, Support Services, Total Headquarters and other IOCs; project partners; Iraqi Authorities; and all Service Contractors and Material Suppliers.

Key C&P Information Under the Job Holder's Direct Responsibility

DOA: Any external commitment for GGIP (Affiliate + Projects).

Contracts target values: Above USD 200 million.

SAP DOA management: For the 4 GPIs.

Contract portfolio:30–40 active contracts and 100–150 Service Orders per year.

Annual turnover: Almost USD 100 million, including GPIs.

Activities

• Contract Establishment and Management
• In its perimeter, the job holder organizes Technical Services Contract activities of RATAWI Hub Affiliate. On its Technical Services perimeter, the job holder manages contract establishment processes.
• Manage C&P Contract activities in cooperation with the Partner entities.
• Ensure the proper application of TE internal C&P and UCPP procedures and associated processes, local constraints, and any eventual synergy action plans defined by the Affiliate.
• Manage the contract process: receive requests or scope from requesting entities, organize calls for tender, evaluate offers along with requesting entities, lead negotiations and supervise the establishment of C&P administrative and contractual documents.
• Define, adopt and monitor appropriate governance and strategies (by TGP categories, etc.).
• Validate / ensure validation of all contractual documents and formal letters issued by the contracts and purchasing entity.
• Organize and manage the preparation of contract committee presentations.
• Lead cost optimization and reduction through the use of market intelligence information, supplier qualifications and evaluations, cost models, target prices, etc.
• Participate in / lead complex negotiations during award and management stages of Contracts / Service Purchase Orders.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external validation thresholds for Strategy, RTA and internal and external engagements (DOA).
• Manage contracts after signature, including potential claims follow-up, extensions, renewal strategy implementation, budget consumption monitoring and SRM with suppliers.
• Ensure timely creation of SAP POs / SOs.
• Develop local and international supplier panels.
• Prepare and maintain contractual templates adapted to applicable local terms and conditions.
• Ensure auditable electronic and physical archiving in accordance with internal C&P and UCPP requirements.
• Define and monitor KPIs to ensure improvements in efficiency.

Duet/Triplet Management

• The job holder supports Duet/Triplet Management.
• Ensure the organization of Duet/Triplet meetings with partner entities and technical managers.
• Assist the Technical entities with all contractual activities.
• Participate in anticipating the needs of Technical entities through the creation of procurement plans.
• Lead Master Procurement Plan (MPP) preparation and updates with contributions from Partner Entities.

Compliance Management

• The job holder manages compliance of product line activities.
• Verify that company contractual / purchasing policies and applicable laws are adhered to, especially regarding ethics and transparency.
• Ensure the application of and compliance with procedures in the tender process.
• Ensure the application of Terms and Conditions, especially for complex, high-value and high-risk services.

H3SE Compliance

• The job holder adheres to H3SE rules.
• Set a personal example in adherence to COMPANY rules and procedures.
• Raise awareness and provide guidance to employees under their supervision regarding the execution of H3SE rules, for both Company Staff and suppliers, without detracting from contractors' legal obligations.
• Ensure that H3SE clauses are implemented in C&P documents and that H3SE performance is followed up systematically.
• Notify relevant staff of accidents, incidents and near-misses, and initiate corrective actions.
• C&P Technical and Managerial / Behavioral Competencies
• C&P Technical Competencies (as per GM-GR-ACH-006)
• Procurement Strategy Development: ADVANCED
• Market Intelligence: INTERMEDIATE
• Procurement Sourcing: INTERMEDIATE
• SAP Management: INTERMEDIATE
• Contractual / Legal Environment: ADVANCED
• Supplier Relationship Management: INTERMEDIATE
• Contract Management: ADVANCED
• Supply Management / Optimization: INTERMEDIATE
• Transit Operations: FUNDAMENTALS
• Stock Management: FUNDAMENTALS

Managerial / Behavioral Competencies

• Result Oriented: ADVANCED
• Managerial Courage: INTERMEDIATE
• Team Development: N/A
• Customer Focus: ADVANCED
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: ADVANCED

Qualification and Background

• Diploma: BAC+5 or recognized/certified experience equivalence.
• International Experience Required: Yes / No.
• Professional Experience: +12 years in the oil and gas industry. Minimum 9 years of exposure to Contracts.
• Personal Abilities: Advanced Management, Advanced Human Relations, Problem Solving and Planning / organizing / coordinating / controlling.
• Language: English (required) & French / Arabic (Nice to have).
• Place of work (City & country ) :France with possible rotation to Basra
• Working Schedule : Resident 5 days per working week
• Duration of the mission : 12 months + extendable