About the Role
Aldelia Limited is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Buyer to join our team in Nigeria. In this critical role, you will oversee comprehensive procurement operations, material purchases, and contract management within the Oil and Gas sector, ensuring full compliance with company policies, local regulations, and international standards. You will leverage your expertise to optimize supply chain processes, drive significant cost savings, and mitigate commercial and legal risks while mentoring junior contracts personnel.
Key Responsibilities- Manage end-to-end procurement activities including purchase requisitions, tender packages, commercial bid evaluations, and negotiations.
- Ensure 100% compliance with internal company rules, SOX regulations, joint venture rules, and applicable Nigerian laws such as local content requirements.
- Prepare and issue calls for tender, maintain up-to-date vendor lists, and conduct comprehensive market studies.
- Collaborate with user departments and DUET counterparts to define contractual responsibilities and prepare recommendations to award.
- Monitor contractor and supplier performance, manage claims and dispute resolutions, and facilitate service quality meetings.
- Utilize procurement and contract management tools such as SAP, UNISUP, Ariba, and NIPEX for optimal productivity.
- Mentor and supervise contract engineers, graduate contract engineers, and buyers to enhance team performance.
- Maintain strict adherence to H3SE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) standards across all operational activities.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field, with a preference for Supply Chain Management.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably within the Oil and Gas industry, focusing on contract administration and procurement.
- Active membership in relevant professional supply chain bodies is a strong added advantage.
- Demonstrated expertise in commercial, legal, and insurance issues impacting large-scale industrial operations.
- Exceptional negotiation, analytical, communication, and leadership skills with a high proficiency in English.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure within a leading recruitment and global services firm.
- Comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits.
- Dynamic, collaborative work environment addressing complex global energy markets.