Procurement Officer at Padua Petroleum Nigeria Limited

Padua Petroleum Nigeria Limited is an indigenous company established to provide a unique range of services to the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry. We venture into the industry with the objective of building on existing limited in-country capacity. In view of the enormous opportunities which abound in the Oil and Gas industry in Nigeria and the new findings in other African countries, there is need for more indigenous players to fill the yawning gap by providing competitiveness and quality service delivery to the industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Division/Department: Procurement & Contracts
Reports to: General Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• In accordance with the market analysis, the Procurement Officer ensures that Padua Petroleum Nigeria Ltd (PPNL) obtains any pre-qualification as required by prospective clients and that PPNL is enlisted on all of such clients’ approved supplier’s lists.
• Meticulously manages all aspects of procurement from negotiation to delivery.
• Maintain a register of Tender/Proposal submissions for Procurements, the success rate of all bids shall be recorded and evaluated periodically.
• Monitor business trends and products availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery timeline at all times
• Nurture relationships with suppliers / OEMs to negotiate the best prices for the company.
• Identify and researches potential new suppliers / OEMs
• Carry out market survey for purchase of products and ensure competitiveness of pricing.
• Maintain database of Suppliers/OEMs/Contractors
• Evaluate total costs of company purchases
• Develop and implements strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and, possibly, maintaining stock levels of frequently ordered goods and services from OEMs/Suppliers.
• Oversees a team of purchasing agents (buyers) in a complex chain of transactions
• Seeks approval from the General Manager and accountable for approval of bid-lists and purchase orders
• Participates in prequalification of suppliers as necessary and evaluation of commercial bids.
• Participate in negotiations of Purchase Orders and Contract Agreements.
• Ensure awards of Procurement Contracts and Purchase Orders are in compliance with Specifications and local and international standards
• Responsible for review of suppliers’ requests for payment and ensuring that all obligations and requirements are met.
• Ensures all Contracts and Purchase Orders close-out are undertaken in a timely manner, including the resolution of claims as and when required
• Oversee estimation of freight costs and call-off freight forwarding services from suppliers, to meet required on-site dates, at minimum costs, or the contractual international commercial terms applicable.
• Provide sound procurement advice on purchases to internal and external customers
• Takes ownership and confidently handle negotiations that leads to notable cost savings.
• Commands credibility and gains suppliers’ respect
• Promotes procurement influence while establishing long-lasting working relationships
• Carry out other assignments as may be directed by Management.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports to the General Manager on activities carried out, milestones, challenges etc.

Key Performance Indicators

• Keen attention to details
• Purchase Order/Contract Cycle Time
• Supplier Defect Rate
• Procurement Lead Time
• Price competitiveness
• Response time
• Cost Savings
• Margins on Contracts/POs.
• Contract Turn Over.

Education and/or Work Experience/Skills Requirements:

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience as a Procurement Officer preferably in the Oil and Gas industry.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong communication and IT skills and ability to communicate effectively with vendors/OEMs.
• Strategic Sourcing skills and ability to manage complex projects and multi-task
• Excellent Customer relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Digitally savvy.
• Certifications in Purchasing and Supply Management are highly desirable.

Interfaces with:

• Internal Staff – General Manager, Business Development Manager, HR Manager, Accountant, Admin Supervisor.
• External: OEMs, PR Vendors, Purchasing and Supply Vendors, Clients, Regulatory bodies etc.

Application Closing Date
6th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: nkechi.asogwa@ppnl.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.