Kamaldeep Singh

Senior Buyer

About

Results-driven Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Leader with over 19+ years of progressive experience across EPC/EPCI projects in the Oil & Gas, Energy, Marine, and Manufacturing sectors. Proven expertise in managing high-value procurement portfolios up to $80M, delivering consistent 10–12% cost savings through strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, and total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization. Adept at driving procurement excellence, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting large-scale, multi-million-dollar projects for globally recognized organizations. Specialized in end-to-end procurement lifecycle management, including RFQs, techno-commercial evaluations, contract negotiation, supplier lifecycle management, and procurement planning. Strong background in global sourcing across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, with a focus on vendor development, risk mitigation, and performance optimization. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, QA/QC, Project Management, and Finance to ensure seamless project execution and compliance. Highly proficient in SAP MM and Oracle ERP systems, with strong capabilities in spend analysis, demand forecasting, logistics coordination, and procurement governance. Recognized for delivering measurable results in cost optimization, lead time reduction, and supply chain transformation. A strategic thinker with strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, committed to driving business growth and procurement excellence.

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Oil & Energy

Skill

Project Management, Collaborative Problem Solving, Time Line Management, Cross-team Collaboration, Purchase Requisitions, Capital & Expense Budget Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Efficient Ocean Shipping, Monitoring Performance, Budget Control, Strategic Negotiations, Compressor Stations, SAP Materials Management (SAP MM), Inventory Optimization, Purchase Planning, Cost Efficiency, IT Cost Optimization, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Supplier Performance, Logistics Management

Experience

Senior Buyer

Wasco Engineering International Limited ((Wasco Energy Group of Companies)

2018-4 - Present · 8 yrs 6 mos

Dubai

Key Projects: • Hail & Ghasha Project (2024–Present) – Client: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company / National Petroleum Construction Company / Saipem Design and fabrication of 13 Pre-Assembled Buildings (substations & equipment shelters) on an EPC basis. • Vapor Recovery Unit (VRU) Package (2025) – Client: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Design, fabrication, and assembly of 2 VRU skids for the Zubair Temporary Compression Station. • Gas Conditioning Skids (2023–2024) – Client: Basra Gas Company Design and fabrication of 2 fuel gas conditioning skids for gas processing operations in Iraq. • Vapor Recovery Compressor Package (2024) – Client: Al Mansoori Handled complete procurement activities for the VRU compressor package. ➤ Managed end-to-end procurement lifecycle across major EPC oil & gas projects ➤ Administered procurement budgets up to $80M ensuring cost control and compliance ➤ Led strategic sourcing initiatives delivering 10–12% annual cost savings ➤ Conducted RFQs, techno-commercial evaluations, and contract negotiations ➤ Developed supplier performance frameworks and vendor evaluation systems ➤ Coordinated with engineering, QA/QC, and project teams for seamless execution ➤ Identified long-lead items and implemented mitigation strategies to avoid delays ➤ Managed global sourcing and logistics across Europe, Asia, and GCC

Category Buyer

Exterran

2014-9 - 2018-2 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Sharjah Hamriyahfree Zone

Key Projects: • NCS2 & NCS4 Compression Stations – BGC Iraq • Tayseer Early Development – PDO Oman • Umm Al Houl Power Project – Qatar ➤ Managed category-based procurement for gas processing and EPC projects ➤ Developed bid documentation and executed supplier sourcing strategies ➤ Negotiated long-term agreements and framework contracts with vendors ➤ Performed cost analysis, benchmarking, and pricing comparisons ➤ Coordinated logistics planning and optimized transportation costs ➤ Collaborated with cross-functional teams for project delivery alignment ➤ Evaluated supplier capabilities and ensured compliance with standards ➤ Supported procurement planning and demand forecasting activities

Procurement In-Charge

Gobind Machinery Works - India

2012-4 - 2014-8 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Greater Delhi Area

➤ Managed vendor qualification and onboarding processes ➤ Negotiated pricing, payment terms, and supplier agreements ➤ Implemented inventory control systems reducing carrying costs ➤ Oversaw procurement of raw materials and machinery components ➤ Maintained supplier relationships and ensured timely deliveries ➤ Conducted market research and supplier benchmarking ➤ Monitored stock levels and optimized inventory planning ➤ Ensured procurement compliance with company policies

Procurement Officer

Gulf Cobla LLC

2006-2 - 2012-2 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Dubai

➤ Managed procurement operations with annual spend up to AED 10M ➤ Handled purchase order lifecycle from creation to closure ➤ Negotiated supplier pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules ➤ Operated SAP and Oracle ERP systems for procurement tracking ➤ Coordinated with vendors to ensure on-time material delivery ➤ Maintained procurement documentation and compliance records ➤ Supported sourcing activities and supplier selection processes ➤ Monitored procurement KPIs and performance metrics