Engineering Procurement Manager at Tailored Talent

Tailored Talent - Our client in an Interior Design & Fit-Out industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• Our client is looking for an Engineering Procurement Manager (EPM) who will lead the technical and strategic procurement of engineering-related scopes across interior fit-out projects, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), lighting, acoustic performance (drywall & glass partitions) and other specialised systems.
• The role requires a proactive procurement professional who combines strategic sourcing expertise with deep understanding of project delivery dynamics.
• You will be responsible for vendor qualification, performance management, category optimisation and ensuring that all procurement activities align with their commercial objectives and procurement governance framework.

Key Responsibilities
Vendor Management & Qualification:

• Lead the qualification and onboarding of new vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers based on technical competence, compliance, and capacity.
• Maintain a comprehensive Vendor Performance Dashboard on the ERP capturing delivery quality, responsiveness, and compliance to KPIs.
• Conduct quarterly Vendor Evaluation and feedback sessions to ensure continuous improvement.

Category & Portfolio Management:

• Develop and manage key procurement categories (MEP, Drywall Partitions, Glass Partitions, Floor finishes, Joinery, Lighting & Accessories, Furniture etc.) with defined cost benchmarks and sourcing strategies.
• Optimise supplier portfolio to balance cost, quality, and reliability while mitigating supply risk.
• Support localisation of supply chains by identifying and developing qualified indigenous vendors.
• Successfully develop and deploy the Rate Cards and Room Kit Procurement System for Joinery and Furniture

Procurement Strategy & Governance:

• Formulate project-specific procurement strategies aligned with project timelines, risk profiles, and profit margin targets.
• Ensure full compliance with the companies Procurement Operating System from sourcing and bid analysis to contract award and variation management.
• Implement category-level cost control measures and maintain transparent documentation for audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Design, Project Management, and Finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with project execution schedules and budget objectives.
• Provide market intelligence and cost trend insights to support early-stage project costing and value engineering.

Performance & Reporting:

• Track procurement KPIs including lead time, cost savings, supplier reliability and compliance scores.
• Prepare monthly procurement performance reports for the Head of Supply Chain and Executive Management.
• Champion continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives within the procurement function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline (Master’s degree or professional certification is an advantage).
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in Engineering or Construction Procurement, preferably within Fit-out, Construction or Engineering sectors.
• Proven experience managing multiple vendors and complex material categories.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP systems, procurement software, and supplier evaluation tools.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.

​​​​​​​Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Procurement Governance & Compliance
• Cost Optimisation & Risk Mitigation
• Market Intelligence & Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Ethical and Transparent Procurement Practice.

Salary
N800,000 - N1,000,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025.