Junior Procurement Officer / Vendor Management Officer at Amni International Petroleum Development Company Limited

Amni International Petroleum Development Company Limited (Amni) is an Independent Oil & Gas Exploration & Production (E&P) company with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria. Amni is proud to be one of Nigeria’s leading Independent Oil Producing Companies.

Over 25 years, Amni has pioneered the participation of independent companies in offshore oil and gas fields in West Africa. From undertaking the acquisition and interpretation of seismic data, to drilling exploration and appraisal wells, to installing facilities and operating production platforms and export terminals, Amni has gained considerable experience in the complete E&P life cycle.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior Procurement Officer / Vendor Management Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Junior Procurement and Vendor Management Officer This dual-role position involves managing both procurement and vendor relations.
• The Junior Procurement Officer responsibilities include sourcing and negotiating with vendors, preparing procurement documents, and monitoring supplier performance to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.
• The Vendor Management Officer duties focus on vendor onboarding, maintaining a comprehensive vendor database, and overseeing regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• This role is crucial for ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• As a Junior Procurement Officer (JPO) and Vendor Management Officer (VMO), you will be responsible for managing sourcing, supplier negotiation, and procurement operations across multiple business units.
• You will also serve as the fulcrum for all vendor registration and management activities as it relates to Company’s Suppliers.

For the JPO:

• Vendor Sourcing & Negotiation: Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure the most competitive terms while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Procurement Documentation: Prepare and issue purchase orders, requests for quotation (RFQs), and procurement contracts in alignment with company policies.
• Supplier Performance Oversight: Monitor supplier performance against agreed standards and KPIs, ensuring full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal customers to forecast procurement needs and align sourcing activities with budgetary plans.
• Data & Record Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases, pricing, supplier documentation, and delivery timelines for audit readiness.
• Cost Optimization Initiatives: Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements to enhance overall supply chain performance.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, statutory regulations, legal guidelines, and internal control procedures across all sourcing activities.
• Reporting – Prepare periodic reports and audit-ready records on all levels of procurement activities for management information.

For the VMO:

• Vendor Onboarding & Registration: Coordinate and oversee the professional registration of all vendors, ensuring that supplier profiles, certifications, and credentials are accurately captured and updated in line with Company’s standards.
• Documentation & Record Management: Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date database of vendor documentation ensuring timely renewals.
• Regulatory Compliance Oversight: Monitor adherence to all statutory regulations governing Company’s suppliers, ensuring procurement activities comply with relevant industry laws, local content requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify potential vendor-related risks, such as compliance lapses or supply chain disruptions, and develop and implement mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• ​Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management, Accounting, Engineering or any related field​
• 2-5 years post NYSC experience as a Procurement Officer, Vendor Management, or in a similar role.
• Good knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote setting.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience working with heavy industry suppliers is highly preferred.

Application Closing Date
29th August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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