Contract and Procurement Engineer Manager

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5-10years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Purpose To manage the procurement lifecycle and contract administration processes for Zeconia GIL ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining compliance with internal policies and industry regulations. This role supports project delivery by negotiating contracts managing supplier relationships and optimizing procurement strategies within the upstream oil and gas sector. Reporting Relationships Reports to Direct Reports General Manager N/A Interactions Internal External Project Managers Finance Legal Operations Management Clients Regulatory Bodies and Agencies Suppliers Service Providers & Contractors External Auditors Industry Stakeholders Consultants Duties and Responsibilities CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Draft review and negotiate contracts for goods and services in line with company standards and project requirements Ensure all contracts comply with legal regulatory and company policies Maintain a contract repository and monitor contract performance renewals and expirations Support dispute resolution and claims management processes PROCUREMENT STRATEGY & EXECUTION Develop and implement procurement plans aligned with project timelines and budgets Source evaluate and onboard suppliers and contractors with a focus on quality cost and reliability Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing and terms Manage procurement documentation including RFQs RFPs bid evaluations and purchase orders Apply knowledge of INCOTERMS to international procurement and logistics decisions ensuring clarity in delivery terms and risk allocation COST CONTROL & VALUE OPTIMIZATION Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations Monitor procurement spend and report variances against budget Collaborate with Finance to ensure timely payment and reconciliation of procurement transactions COMPLIANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT Ensure procurement activities adhere to internal controls and audit requirements Conduct supplier risk assessments and maintain compliance with HSE and ESG standards Support internal and external audits related to procurement and contracting Key Performance Indicators Contract cycle time and compliance rate Procurement cost savings and budget adherence Supplier performance and delivery reliability Audit findings and resolution rate Procurement process efficiency and documentation accuracy Contract cycle time and compliance rate Procurement cost savings and budget adherence Supplier performance and delivery reliability Audit findings and resolution rate Procurement process efficiency and documentation accuracy Person Specification General Education Bachelors degree in Engineering Supply Chain Management or related discipline. A Masters degree or certification in procurement (e.g. CIPS) is an added advantage. Professional Qualification Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g. CIPS NIPM) preferred Experience Minimum 58 years post-graduation experience with at least 3 years in contract and procurement roles within the upstream oil and gas industry Skills and Competencies Competencies Skills Contract Management Negotiation & Vendor Management Procurement Strategy Cost Analysis & Budgeting Risk & Compliance Oversight Market Intelligence & Benchmarking Project Coordination ERP Systems & Procurement Software Stakeholder Engagement Documentation & Reporting International Trade Knowledge Proficiency in INCOTERMS Interaction: The role involves interaction with multiple stakeholders internally and externally and requires excellent communication collaboration and negotiation skills: