About the Role
MG Vowgas Group is a leading wholly Nigerian engineering, procurement, and construction company dedicated to driving local content development within the energy sector. We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-driven Procurement Officer to join our professional supply chain team in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a vital part in executing strategic sourcing initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials and services to support our large-scale engineering and marine projects.
Key Responsibilities- Source and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable commercial terms and pricing.
- Process purchase requisitions and issue official purchase orders in alignment with project timelines.
- Ensure the timely procurement, delivery, and tracking of materials and services for ongoing operations and projects.
- Monitor domestic and international market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier performance metrics.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, inventory logs, and comprehensive supply chain reports.
- Ensure strict compliance with company procurement policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost-saving initiatives within the procurement lifecycle.
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven professional experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably within the oil and gas or construction sector.
- Strong working knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and vendor appraisal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise resource planning (ERP) or specialized procurement software.
- Active membership in relevant professional bodies such as CIPS or CIPSMN is a strong added advantage.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement within the energy sector.
- A collaborative, dynamic, and challenging work environment with a leading indigenous enterprise.