Procurement Officer at an Oil and Gas Company Port Harcourt

Ellasot Consulting - Our client, a reputable Oil and gas company, is  recruiting to fill the position below:  Job Title: Procurement Officer 

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

Ellasot Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a reputable Oil and gas company seeking a competent, detail-oriented, and commercially minded Procurement Officer to support their procurement operations and ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing and delivery of quality equipment and materials to clients across the oil & gas, construction, and industrial engineering sectors. Our client is an Engineering, Procurement, Maintenance and Support company serving clients across the Oil & Gas, Petroleum, Construction, Automotive, Heavy Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, and Power & Energy sectors. The company sources and supplies a broad range of industrial equipment, tools, and materials - including gas turbines, industrial filters, instrumentation components, piping products, bellows, chemicals, and safety electrical materials - from trusted Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and established suppliers.

Identify, evaluate, prequalify, and maintain relationships with reliable local and international suppliers, manufacturers, and OEMs. Source industrial equipment, spare parts, tools, materials, and technical components in line with client and project requirements. Prepare and process Purchase Requisitions, Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Purchase Orders (POs), and other procurement documentation. Obtain and analyse supplier quotations, comparing pricing, specifications, lead times, payment terms, warranties, and other commercial considerations. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranty provisions, and other contractual/commercial conditions to achieve competitive procurement outcomes without compromising quality. Track purchase orders from sourcing through shipment and final delivery, ensuring timely fulfilment and accurate documentation. Coordinate with logistics and shipping partners on local and international shipments, including documentation and delivery requirements. Liaise closely with engineering and technical teams to confirm specifications, technical compliance, approved brands/OEMs, and product suitability. Support pre-supply inspections, supplier quality checks, and verification of materials and equipment before dispatch. Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, quotation comparisons, purchase order trackers, and procurement reports. Prepare and monitor cost-savings and procurement performance reports. Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders, delivery timelines, documentation, warranties, and after-sales support. Resolve discrepancies relating to specifications, quantities, quality, documentation, pricing, and delivery within agreed timelines. Monitor market trends, pricing movements, new products, and emerging suppliers relevant to the company's industries and product categories. Utilize procurement and vendor platforms, including NIPEX and other relevant industry, supplier, and e-procurement platforms, to identify opportunities, suppliers, tenders, and procurement requirements. Ensure the appropriate application of Incoterms®in international procurement transactions and shipping arrangements, and understand their implications for costs, delivery obligations, risk, insurance, and transfer of responsibility. Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, client requirements, applicable regulations, and established procurement procedures.

HND/BSc in Purchasing & Supply, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline. 2–5years' experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain operations. Experience procuringindustrial equipment, engineering materials, oil & gas supplies, construction materials, or technical products is an advantage. Good understanding of local and international supplier sourcing and procurement processes. Familiarity with NIPEX and similar industry/procurement platforms, including platforms used for vendor registration, tendering, sourcing, and supplier engagement. Working knowledge of Incoterms®and their application in international purchasing, freight, delivery, risk transfer, and supplier transactions. Strong negotiation and commercial skills, with the ability to evaluate and negotiate supplier quotations and terms. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs. Proficiency inMicrosoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with procurement, ERP, inventory, or purchase order management systems is an added advantage. Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation, record-keeping, and organisational skills. Good understanding of purchase orders, RFQs, supplier quotations, lead times, payment terms, shipping documentation, and delivery processes. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers, OEMs, logistics providers, engineering teams, and clients. Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and procurement activities simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently, exercise sound commercial judgement, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Progress toward or membership of a recognised professional procurement body, such as CIPS, is an added advantage.

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