Contracts & Procurement
Job Brief
Worldwide Technical Services is a leading Engineering operation and maintenance. We are searching for Contracts & Procurements who will be responsible for developing and implementing effective procurement strategies and negotiating contracts with suppliers and service providers. Nevertheless, Contracts & Procurements will play a crucial role in optimizing costs, mitigating risks, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in our operations.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Identify potential bidders for goods and services required and execute vendor prequalification
- Develop and maintain a database of prequalified vendors for related goods
- Prepare and administer all tenders for goods and services after receipt of approval
- Implement sound commercial strategies to address business needs and deliver value to the organization
- Draft appropriate contractual and commercial terms and conditions using the Company’s approved template
- Maintain and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Evaluate variation orders on their commercial implications based on a good overview
- Assess the commercial merits of claims and coordinate legal, Insurance, Tax, Treasury etc. expert advice.
- Ensure that all contracting policies and procedures are applied and that all applicable laws are complied with.
- Promote commercial awareness and sound contracting principles within the organization
Requirements
- Solid strategic procurement skills
- Proficient in the design, implementation, and management of inventory control systems
- Possess in-depth knowledge and experience of the diverse range of markets and
- Proven experience in managing vendor relationships
- Good understanding of strategic, technical, legal, finance and commercial issues
- High level of commercial awareness
- Full understanding of current procurement and contract legislation
- Solid understanding of the oil and gas industry supply chain market
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in contracts and procurement management
- Strong knowledge of commodities in the oil and gas sector
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Supply Chain
- Management, Engineering, or a related field
- A master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM, CPM) is preferred
Location
- Port Harcourt, Nigeria
How to apply
- Interested candidates should forward their CVs to helen.ukandu@wtsenergy.com using the job position as the subject of the mail.