About the Role
Sahara Group is a leading privately owned Power, Energy, Gas and Infrastructure Conglomerate established in 1996 with operating companies active globally. We are expanding our footprint and investing in top talent to support our continuous growth in the energy sector.
Key Responsibilities- Support the development and execution of category strategies for production, maintenance, and engineering materials and services.
- Contribute to project procurement strategies for construction and facilities procurement aligned with corporate timelines.
- Identify, qualify, and manage local and international suppliers meeting technical and Nigerian Content (NOGICD) requirements.
- Negotiate and administer contracts for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil engineering goods and services.
- Collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams to understand technical specifications and facility needs.
- Monitor supplier performance, track metrics, and implement corrective actions to ensure reliability.
- Conduct market research, cost benchmarking, and financial analysis to optimize spending and facilitate bids.
- Ensure strict compliance with procurement policies, HSE standards, and NOGICD Act obligations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in engineering procurement within the upstream oil and gas industry.
- Postgraduate qualification (MSc/MBA) or professional certifications such as CIPS, APICS, or PMI are an advantage.
- Familiarity with ERP procurement systems like SAP or Oracle and asset integrity planning.
- Strong knowledge of cost engineering, commercial negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a global energy conglomerate.