Procurement Officer – Industrial & Technical Materials Kaduna

“Petromech is a company based in Kaduna, Nigeria, that specializes in waste management. Its primary focus is the production of base oils and motor oils from used lubricants. The company also operates a 15,000 m² workshop equipped to handle a wide range of mechanical maintenance, repair, and manufacturing services.” We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Procurement Officer – Industrial & Technical Materials

Location: Kaduna

Employment Type: Full-time Jobsearch platform Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to manage purchasing activities for our mechanical workshop, waste oil recycling plant, and lubricant production operations. The successful candidate will source suitable materials, compare quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and ensure timely delivery in accordance with approved requirements.

Review purchase requests from production, maintenance, laboratory, warehouse, and other departments. Confirm material descriptions, quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements with the requesting department before sourcing. Source reliable suppliers in Nigeria and, where required, internationally. Obtain competitive quotations and prepare comparisons covering specifications, price, quality, availability, delivery costs, payment terms, and warranty. Negotiate favourable prices and commercial terms without compromising approved quality requirements. Source industrial materials and spare parts, including steel, pipes, fittings, valves, pumps, motors, bearings, electrical components, welding consumables, tools, and laboratory supplies. Obtain technical datasheets, product certificates, and samples where required, and secure technical approval before purchasing specialised items or substitutes. Prepare purchase orders and process purchases through the company’s approval procedures. Track orders, supplier payments, and deliveries, and promptly report delays or supply risks. Coordinate with logistics providers and suppliers on collection, transport, and delivery arrangements. Coordinate with warehouse and technical personnel to verify delivered quantities, specifications, and condition against purchase orders. Resolve incorrect deliveries, shortages, damaged goods, returns, and warranty claims with suppliers. Maintain accurate supplier records, quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and procurement information in the ERP system. Coordinate with finance to reconcile purchasing documents and resolve invoice discrepancies. Monitor supplier performance and market prices and identify opportunities to reduce costs. Prepare regular reports on pending requests, outstanding orders, delivery status, and procurement expenditure.

Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Minimum of 5 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing, engineering, construction, or industrial operations. Strong knowledge of the Nigerian supplier market, particularly suppliers of industrial materials, machinery parts, and workshop consumables. Practical understanding of technical materials and the ability to verify specifications with engineers and requesting departments. Proven experience in supplier sourcing, quotation comparison, negotiation, purchase order preparation, and delivery follow-up. Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Experience using ERP procurement systems; familiarity with Odoo is an advantage. Ability to maintain complete purchasing records and manage multiple requests within deadlines. Familiarity with international sourcing, shipping documents, and import coordination is an advantage. Willingness to visit suppliers and markets when required. Strong communication, organisation, integrity, and accountability. Commitment to transparent purchasing practices and compliance with company approval procedures.

2nd November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CVs in PDF to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using “Procurement Officer” as the subject of the mail.

Note: Applicants should clearly describe their relevant procurement experience, types of materials purchased, knowledge of Nigerian supplier markets, and ERP systems used.