Job Description
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and execute category strategies for drilling, completions, and subsurface goods and services, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and budgets.
• Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers, including local and international vendors, to meet operational and Nigerian Content NOGICD requirements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts for drilling rigs, well completion services, downhole tools, and subsurface materials to secure best value and compliance.
• Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize procurement spend and support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to understand technical specifications, project timelines, and operational needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage risks, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and compliance with HSE standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procurement policies, including NOGICD Act obligations and audit readiness.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and reporting, providing insights for category planning, spend visibility, and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Support budget planning and cost control for the DCS category, ensuring expenditures align with financial objectives.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or sub-surface discipline preferably Petroleum Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Subsea/Mechanical Engineering, Petrophysics, Geo-science, or a closely related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification MSc/MBA in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Engineering Management is advantageous.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, APICS/CPIM, or PMI are a plus.
• Minimum 12 years of upstream oil and gas experience, specifically in drilling, completions, or subsurface operations.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier management for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, or civil engineering materials/services.
• Hands-on experience with local and international suppliers, including Nigerian Content NOGICD compliance.
• Experience in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and procurement governance in a regulated E&P environment.
• Familiarity with ERP procurement systems SAP, Oracle and asset integrity/maintenance planning is preferred.
Skills and Competencies
• Knowledge in Subsurface, Petroleum/Drilling Engineering or SCM with upstream drilling experience
• Skill proficiency in relevant industry standards and regulatory reporting requirements
• Proficiency in cost engineering
• Conversant with usual business suites Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Awareness of in-house tools: Oracle Fusion, etc.