Contracts Coordinator at Shell Petroleum Development Company

The Contract Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless lifecycle management of contracts for Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG). This role works closely with the CP lead and is responsible for end-to-end post-award contract management. It also serves as the Contract Holder for critical contracts (Incl. key service contracts).

The position is critical to delivering SNG’s operational, safety, and commercial objectives while safeguarding the company from contractual, financial, operational, and legal risks.

What you’ll be doing

• Act as the primary liaison between the business and suppliers for all contractual matters.
• Act as the official Contract Holder for critical contracts (including key service contracts).
• Manage and monitor contract performance, including compliance with scope, deliverables, timelines, cost control, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate and chair Business Performance Reviews (BPRs) for all critical SNG contracts to track KPIs, resolve disputes, and ensure continuous improvement.
• Ensure expired contract close-outs are performed with proper documentation, lessons learned, and asset/material reconciliation.
• Guarantee that all high-risk contracts have robust HSE plans in place and are being actively implemented.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual, regulatory, and ethical requirements, escalating issues where necessary.
• Process variations, extensions, amendments, and change orders in compliance with governance procedures.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and value improvements through supplier engagement and strategic contract management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues impacting contract delivery.
• Support the pre-award process.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, ICM, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in contracts management, preferably within the oil & gas or energy sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in pre- and post-award contract processes, strategic sourcing, and supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws, procurement governance, and HSE regulations.
• Proven track record in managing service contracts and mitigating co-employment or legal risks.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Skilled in handling multiple priorities under pressure.
• Proficient in SAP and ERP systems.
• Committed to HSSE, ethics, and continuous improvement.
• Adaptive, collaborative, and results-driven with a focus on operational excellence.