Piyush Hirapara
Sourcing Manager - Projects
Summary
Consistently outstanding performer with proven track record. Exhibited excellence in effectively managing the cost effective supply chain solutions and achieving savings through innovative solutions.
Industry Experience (17+ Years): Upstream - Capital Projects (FPSOs), Brownfield Projects (Modifications), Operations (Offshore Platforms), Downstream Operations (Refinery),
Manufacturing. Supply Chain Experience (17+ Years): Project Procurement (EPCIC) - Sourcing, Contracting, Post Contract Award Management (PCAM), Category Management, Negotiation, Logistics, Cost recovery (NOC), Dispute resolution, Supplier Management, Inventory Management, JVs.
Leadership (8 Years): Set-up culturally diverse and inclusive team, Enabling and Empowering the Team to deliver their best, Capabilities building, Performance Management, Influencing, Safe and Compliant Operation, Constant Learner, Courageous, Decision making.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Manager (L9) – Projects
British Petroleum
05.2018 - Current
- Sourcing, Contracting and Contract Management for ongoing bp Projects in Mauritania & Senegal (Tortue), Gulf of Mexico, Trinidad & Tobago across all categories
- Manage bp global demand in for specific categories such as Subsea and Engineering Services (From Concept Development to Operations)
- Managing relationship with global senior stakeholders (USA, Trinidad & Tobago, Angola, Egypt, M&S, UK, Oman, Australia, Indonesia)
- Ensuring on time completion of RFPs, issuance of Contract and delivery to meet project schedule
- Ensuring Contract Compliance, Contract Fitness, Valid Counter Party Due Diligence status of all Contractors, Contract validity's, On time Payments, Resolution of Invoice exceptions, Supplier Management
- Mentoring and keeping team motivated by providing avenues for learning and growth
- Team Size: 35 (Projects – 19, Agile team – 16)
Deputy Manager - Contracts & Procurement
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd.
07.2013 - 07.2015
- As a Project Procurement Manager, spearheading procurement of Services & Material, Material Management, Import Compliance team from FEED stage to first gas and handover to Operations team
- Developing & implementing procurement strategy for each category and develop sourcing plan
- Spend – USD 700M for FPSO Conversion Projects; leading and mentoring a team of 10 direct reports including Buyers, Expeditors, Mat
- Coordinators, Logistics
- Subcontracts - EPC and PC Contracts for Topsides Modules Fabrication, FPSO Conversion, T&I of FPSO, Hook up, Commissioning, FPSO Towing
- Capital equipment - GTG, Compressors, Pumps, E-House, Process Packages, Marine items, etc
- And Services
- Bulk Items: Valves, Pipe, Fittings, Flanges, Cables, Cable tray, Instruments, Tubing, etc
- Mooring Systems: Turret components, Chains, Piles, H-Link, Flexible Risers, Umbilical, Chain Lockers
- Ensuring compliance to Procurement Policy, Safety & Quality Standards
- Supplier performance management, Variations management.
- Maintained, documented and presented progress reports to leaders.
- Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisor.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and achieve corporate objectives. (JV Partners, PMT, Engineering, Planning, Construction Team, Legal, Accounts, HSSE, Quality, Logistics, Material Coordinator, Operations Team, Subcontractors, Suppliers, SKK MIGAS, and Classification Bodies).
- Supervised and motivated 10 staff employees.
Procurement Officer
BG Exploration & Production India Ltd.
03.2009 - 07.2013
- Steered Supply Chain Management of goods & services required for operations/maintenance of Offshore Oil & Gas production platform through Global Procurement Processes & Standards in Production Sharing Contract (PSC) setup
- Kept track of stock and timely replenishments of stock items
- Conducted market analysis, finalized Bidders, and performed pre-qualification & ethical due diligence of Bidders
- Arranged regular offshore visits to understand offshore team's priorities, business priorities & concerns, as well as held regular meetings with key contractors to exchange feedback and maintain relationship
- Led & mentored the team to develop key procurement skills and bring them to next level.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and continuously improve procurement skills.
- Coordinated with & guided Contractors on HSSE Practices and UK Bribery Act 2010 to ensure compliance to standards.
Assistant Manager – Contracts & Procurement
Essar Oil Ltd.
03.2007 - 05.2009
- Administered Supply Chain Management for Operations & Maintenance Spares for Refinery
- Liaised with Users, Warehouse, Accounts and Logistics Dept
- To ensure complete P2P Cycle
- Conducted Spent Analysis by generating various reports from SAP and awarding Rate Agreements for various categories
- Conducted reverse auction among bidders thru online reverse auction software
- Acted as: Procurement Lead for implementing ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- Project Lead from Procurement Department for SAP Implementation Project.
Education
PGDBA (Finance) -
Symbiosis Centre of Distance Learning
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
L.D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
04.2001 - 2006.04
Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
CIPS UK
Skills
Supply Chain Management
undefinedMalaysiavisastatus
Residence Talent Pass (Valid thru Jan 2025)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/23/85
Languages
Hindi, Gujarati & English
Timeline
Sourcing Manager (L9) – Projects
British Petroleum
05.2018 - Current
Deputy Manager - Contracts & Procurement
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd.
07.2013 - 07.2015
Procurement Officer
BG Exploration & Production India Ltd.
03.2009 - 07.2013
Assistant Manager – Contracts & Procurement
Essar Oil Ltd.
03.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
L.D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
04.2001 - 2006.04
PGDBA (Finance) -
Symbiosis Centre of Distance Learning
Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
CIPS UK
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