Procurement Specialist (Remote)

Job Summary

• We are seeking a competent, detailed orientedProcurement Specialist (Remote) to join its team.
• The ideal candidate would be responsible formanaging the sourcing and procurement process for client Requests for Quotation (RFQs), ensuring timely, competitive, and technically compliant supplier quotations.
• The role involves engaging OEMs, authorized distributors, local representatives, and international buying houses to secure the best pricing, lead times, and commercial terms while supporting successful bid submissions within strict deadlines.

The  Key Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs and interpret technical and commercial requirements.
• Source competitive quotations from OEMs, authorized distributors, local representatives, and international buying houses.
• Identify and evaluate alternative suppliers that meet client specifications and quality requirements.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with global OEMs, manufacturers, and strategic suppliers.
• Ensure supplier quotations are obtained within bid submission timelines.
• Evaluate supplier quotations based on technical compliance, pricing, delivery schedules, warranty, and commercial terms.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and commercial teams to resolve technical and commercial queries during the bidding process.
• Maintain and continuously update a comprehensive supplier database covering major oil and gas equipment manufacturers and distributors.
• Conduct market research to monitor supplier capabilities, pricing trends, product availability, and industry developments.
• Verify that supplier quotations comply with client specifications, contractual requirements, and company quality standards.
• Support the development and implementation of sourcing strategies that improve bid competitiveness, supplier performance, and procurement efficiency.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier communications, and quotation documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or bid support experience within the oil and gas, EPC, or energy sector.
• Proven experience supporting RFQs from International Oil Companies (IOCs).
• Strong network of OEMs, authorized distributors, local representatives, and international buying houses.
• Ability to source technically compliant quotations within aggressive bid timelines.
• Good understanding of oil and gas equipment, materials, and procurement processes.
• Strong commercial acumen, supplier negotiation, and cost optimization skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for quotation analysis, cost comparisons, and bid evaluation.
• Working knowledge of SAP Ariba and other procurement or ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple RFQs simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality.

Salary
N250,000 - N350,000 per month

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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