Location
Surrey, Sunbury / Remote with flexibility to travel to Iraq for business trips, especially during early project phases.

Hours
Full Time - 12 months renewable contract

Salary
£ Negotiable

About the Role
This role forms part of the central remote support team for a major Iraqi project. The PSCM Category Lead is accountable for supporting the Business Support and HSE Procurement Category, managing procurement activities related to security, logistics, IT, business support, and contingent labour. You will ensure compliance with the Development and Production Contract, project procurement procedures, contract governance, and alignment with business priorities. Reporting to the Business Support and HSE Procurement Category Delivery Manager, you will act as a procurement business partner for HSE, Security, and Facilities functions, engaging with Legal, Finance, HSE, and P&O to deliver seamless procurement and contract management.

You will develop and implement robust category strategies, interface with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure procurement outcomes are secure, compliant, competitive, and risk-managed. All activities must comply with Iraqi laws and regulations, Iraq Standard Contracting and Procurement Procedures (SCPP), and client policies including Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, and Anti-Money Laundering.

The role involves coordinating in-country procurement delivery, supporting alignment between in-country teams, the national oil company, and remote category teams. You will maximize third-party spend value, manage risks, seek innovation, and add value to MENA Growth projects. You will assess existing contracting and procurement processes, support contract strategies, end-to-end sourcing, contracting, governance approvals, and ensure contracts are compliant and operationalized within project systems.

Key responsibilities include developing Contracts and Procurement Plans, conducting due diligence, executing sourcing activities, supporting contract negotiations, managing post-award contract administration, supplier performance management, and ensuring Local Content obligations are met. You will also support compliance activities including audit resolution and promote a culture of compliance and psychological safety.

You will work closely with technical and project management stakeholders to ensure safe delivery of products and services, act as a point of contact for suppliers, and foster strong relationships with contractors and suppliers. The role requires providing procurement advice, overseeing supplier performance, leading sourcing initiatives, unlocking value, supporting audits, and cost recovery matters.

Experience
- Proven track record in Business Support & HSE Procurement, ideally within oil and gas services involving large capex or onshore scopes.
- Experience applying PSCM contracting, supplier management, and project execution.
- Previous work experience in the Oil and Gas sector, preferably with exposure to Iraq or supporting Iraq-based businesses.
- Strong understanding of regional requirements, planning/execution processes, and experience with PSA/TSC/concessionaire approvals.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines, cultures, and geographies.
- Experience negotiating large complex contracts and managing stakeholder relationships at all levels.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, support decision making, and foster alignment among senior stakeholders.

About you
- Genuine passion for the Oil and Gas business and supply chain.
- Strong commercial mindset with analytical skills and a growth mindset.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and lead teams through complexity.
- Skilled at developing trust-based relationships and solving complex problems collaboratively.
- Committed to promoting compliance culture and psychological safety.
- Flexible and willing to travel to Iraq as required.

Qualifications
- University degree in Procurement, Engineering, or related business/technical discipline.
- CIPS professional chartership or equivalent preferred but not mandatory.
- Relevant certifications or training in procurement and contract management are advantageous.