Procurement Officer at Proten

Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to support and execute procurement activities for projects and operational requirements.
• The role will be responsible for supplier sourcing and evaluation, RFQ/RFP management, techno-commercial bid coordination, purchase order and contract placement, supplier expediting, and timely delivery, while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions, BOQs, technical specifications, and project requirements to determine procurement needs.
• Identify, prequalify, and evaluate suppliers based on technical capability, commercial credentials, past performance, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs and ensure receipt of competitive and technically compliant quotations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Technical teams for technical evaluation, clarifications, and bid assessments.
• Prepare commercial bid comparisons and provide procurement recommendations.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and contracts in line with approved procedures and delegated authority.
• Monitor supplier orders, including manufacturing progress, inspections, dispatch, and delivery.
• Coordinate with suppliers, logistics, inspection, warehouse, project, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, approved procedures, delegation of authority, and ethical standards.
• Use MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, ERP systems, and AI/digital tools for procurement analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support timely completion of assigned procurement activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• B.Eng./B.Sc. or HND in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–6 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably within a petrochemical, fertilizer, manufacturing, engineering, or equivalent industrial environment.
• Prior experience in procurement, contracts, and commercial activities is preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier evaluation, RFQ/RFP management, commercial bid analysis, and order expediting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, including Pivot Tables, lookups, charts, and data analysis.
• Good knowledge of MS PowerPoint, Word, ERP systems, and AI/digital procurement tools.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, coordination, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical procurement practices.
• Zero tolerance for procurement fraud, conflict of interest, kickbacks, or unethical supplier practices.
• Proficiency in English.

Key Competencies:

• Procurement & Sourcing | Supplier Evaluation | RFQ/RFP Management | Commercial Bid Analysis | Contract & PO Management | Expediting | Vendor Management | Supply Chain Coordination | ERP & Data Analysis | Negotiation | Compliance & Ethics | Digital/AI Tools.