Procurement Officer

Career Breedge Consultancy- Our client, a Growing Oil & Gas Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) and Marine Services Company is recruiting to fill the position below: 

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client, a growing Oil & Gas Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) and Marine Services company, is seeking an experienced, resourceful and highly dependable Procurement Officer to join its team in Port Harcourt.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials and equipment, managing vendor relationships, securing new procurement and supply business, processing and following up on Purchase Orders (POs), and coordinating deliveries when required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials, equipment, tools, PPE, technical supplies and other items required for company operations and client projects.
• Identify, pursue and secure new procurement and supply business by leveraging existing industry contacts, vendor networks and market opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, prospective clients, contractors and other relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain and expand a reliable database of credible and competitive suppliers.
• Obtain and compare quotations, negotiate competitive prices and favourable terms, and ensure value for money without compromising quality or specifications.
• Process, manage and follow up on POs from sourcing through purchase, collection and delivery, ensuring timely fulfilment.
• Verify that procured items meet required specifications, quantities and quality standards.
• Prepare and follow up on quotations and procurement enquiries through to confirmed business or Purchase Order.
• Coordinate and undertake deliveries to clients, project sites, offices or other designated locations when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including quotations, POs, invoices, receipts and delivery documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify alternative sourcing options and stay informed on market prices, supplier availability and industry opportunities.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and additional supply requirements from existing clients.
• Provide regular updates on procurement activities, pending orders, deliveries, supplier issues and potential business opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted with integrity, transparency, cost consciousness and in line with compay procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in Procurement, Purchasing or Supply Chain, preferably within the Oil & Gas, EPC, Marine, Engineering or related industrial sector.
• Must have an existing and reliable database/network of vendors and suppliers.
• Good knowledge of the Port Harcourt procurement and supplier market, particularly within the Oil & Gas/industrial sector.
• Experience sourcing technical, engineering, marine, industrial or Oil & Gas materials and equipment is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and secure business opportunities is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, client relationship and communication skills.
• Good understanding of POs, quotations, invoices, delivery documentation, logistics and procurement processes.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify revenue-generating opportunities.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Proactive, resourceful and solution-oriented.

Salary
N200,000 per month.