Category Manager - Wells & Subsurface Operations at WTS Energy

WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients' projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Category Manager - Wells & Subsurface Operations

Location: Lagos
Job Type Full-Time

Job Summary

• The Category Manager - Wells & Subsurface Operations shall be responsible for managing category contracting, procurement spend management, and governance processes associated with well construction and subsurface operations.
• The focus is broadening relationships with contractors, identifying trends, innovations, technology, and opportunities to improve supply chain value and manage spend while managing associated supply chain risks.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyzing data or insights to determine industry and Market trends regarding Well Construction and Subsurface Product and Service category
• Formulate a strategic long-term plan for Well contraction and subsurface service and product categories in consultation with internal business teams, Contractors, regulators, JV partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market intelligence, innovations, opportunities, and trends within well construction and subsurface categories and formulate appropriate contracting, sourcing strategies, and contract management methods to enhance value.
• Execute sourcing events in line with approved governance standards and practices within the oil and gas industry.
• Build relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and quality of services
• Lead category ranging, pricing, spend management, and promotions across channels
• Issue in line with approved protocol appropriate orders to ensure product availability meets demand
• Lead category management projects to optimize ranges and related procurements
• Collaborate with buyers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to expand product categories
• Forecast and Plan product and service demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory and service availability
• Work with good construction and subsurface teams to Manage budget development for the category
• Developing strong working relationships with buying, marketing, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with the contract and procurement governance process

Educational Qualifications & Other Experience

• A University Degree in Engineering or Business Management
• Minimum  of 7 years experience in Oil and Gas Contract Management or Administration.
• MCIPS Certification will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the Contracting and procurement process, supplier relationship management, and market /industry trends.
• Mastery of knowledge of Nigerian upstream contracting processes and regulatory requirements.
• Skilled in the use of Oracle ERP
• Comfortable working as part of a multidimensional and disciplinary team
• Exemplify a strong attention to detail
• Possesses superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines
• Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of common programs such as Microsoft Office and G Suite
• Strong experience in petroleum agreements and working with regulators e.g. Niums, NCDMB, and NUPRC
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Capable of professionally managing confidential information
• Exemplify creative problem-solving abilities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.