Senior Buyer

About the Role

Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited is a leading provider of comprehensive technical staffing, procurement, and support services to the Nigerian oil and gas industry. We are currently looking for a results-driven and detail-oriented Senior Buyer to join our dynamic procurement team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing complex purchasing activities, driving cost optimization, and ensuring strict adherence to quality and HSE standards.

• Review purchase requisitions, verify technical specifications and budget approvals, and prepare comprehensive tender packages and requests for quotation.
• Identify, prequalify, and onboard reliable suppliers while evaluating commercial bids, negotiating favorable pricing and terms, and recommending contract awards.
• Manage the entire purchase order lifecycle from issuance through delivery, goods receipt, and final payment processing.
• Ensure full compliance with internal procurement policies, contractual terms, audit requirements, and Nigerian Local Content regulations.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update enterprise procurement systems such as SAP/UNISUP, Ariba, AGORA, and NIPEX.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery discrepancies proactively, and manage purchase order amendments and claims.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments, contract teams, and external stakeholders to streamline procurement operations.
• Promote strategic cost savings, ethical purchasing practices, and total adherence to company Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, Social Sciences, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Thorough understanding of commercial, legal, contractual, and insurance matters relating to procurement.
• Proven hands-on experience with major procurement platforms and ERP systems such as SAP/UNISUP, Ariba, AGORA, or NIPEX.
• Active membership in a recognized professional supply chain or procurement body is a distinct advantage.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a globally recognized and ISO-certified organization.
• Comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits.
• A collaborative and safety-driven work environment that values local talent development.

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