The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services in alignment with local content requirements within Guyana's petroleum sector. The role involves maintaining compliance with local content regulations and managing vendor relationships. The position supports procurement operations while prioritizing locally registered suppliers and service providers.
Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably within the oil and gas or energy sector
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
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Under Section 12 of the Local Content Act 2021, this employer must give first consideration to Guyanese nationals. Under Section 18, Guyanese employees are entitled to compensation comparable to expatriates performing the same role.
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If you believe an employer has not given first consideration to Guyanese nationals, you can report it to the Local Content Secretariat. Contractors must document their hiring process and justify any expatriate hires.
Employment Type
Full-time
Legal Framework
Local Content Act 2021
Under Section 12 of the Local Content Act 2021, contractors must evaluate Guyanese candidates first before considering expatriate hires. This means your application must be reviewed and assessed before any international candidate is considered. Contractors must document this process and report it to the Local Content Secretariat.
Yes. Section 18 of the LCA mandates that Guyanese nationals receive compensation comparable to expatriates performing the same work. This is a legal requirement, not a voluntary policy. If you believe you are being paid less than an expatriate in the same role, you can report it to the Secretariat.
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