Procurement Officer at Nestoil Plc

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for the efficient sourcing, purchasing, and management of materials, equipment, and services required for drilling operations. The role ensures that procurement activities are cost-effective, timely, compliant with company policies, and aligned with local and international regulatory standards in the oil & gas industry.

Location – Warri

As a Procurement Officer, your responsibilities will be:

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with approved vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) in line with drilling operational needs.
• Ensure procurement of drilling consumables, spare parts, tools, equipment, and support services.
• Maintain an updated vendor database, ensuring suppliers meet quality, HSE, and compliance requirements.
• Conduct vendor performance evaluations and recommend improvements.
• Develop strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and favorable terms.
• Negotiate best prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules while maintaining quality.
• Monitor and control procurement costs against budget.
• Ensure cost savings initiatives are implemented and reported.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, NCDMB (Nigerian Content Development & Monitoring Board) requirements, and other regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate and auditable records of procurement activities, contracts, and agreements.
• Support audits and provide necessary documentation when required.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely delivery of goods to rig sites, warehouses, and operational bases.
• Monitor shipments, customs clearance, and delivery timelines to prevent operational downtime.
• Resolve delivery discrepancies and claims with suppliers.
• Collaborate with drilling, engineering, HSE, and finance teams to understand procurement needs.
• Ensure critical drilling supplies and equipment are available to avoid rig downtime.
• Provide periodic procurement reports and analysis to management.

Key Skills and competencies

• Strong knowledge of oil & gas procurement processes, including drilling materials and services.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and ERP/procurement software (SAP/Oracle/IFS).
• Good knowledge of Nigerian Content laws, import/export regulations, and local supply market.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement/supply chain for a drilling contractor.
• Proven track record of handling procurement for drilling rigs, consumables, and services.
• Professional certification (CIPS, ISM, NIProc, or equivalent) is an advantage.