Procurement Officer at Zeconia GIL

Zeconia GIL is an indigenous, fully integrated oil and gas services company dedicated to advancing Africa’s energy landscape through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. We deliver end-to-end solutions spanningengineering, procurement, installation, commissioning, marine support, and production optimization, ensuring our clients achieve maximum value and long-term operational reliability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilties
Contract Management & Administration:

• Draft, review, and support negotiation of procurement and service contracts for upstream oil & gas operations (drilling, production, facilities, and maintenance services)
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory, HSE, and company governance requirements
• Maintain a structured contract database and track key milestones including renewals, expirations, and deliverables
• Monitor contractor performance and support resolution of claims, disputes, and contractual variations
• Ensure alignment of contract terms with operational and project requirements

Procurement Strategy & Execution:

• Support the development and execution of procurement plans aligned with drilling programs, maintenance schedules, and project timelines
• Source, prequalify, and onboard vendors, service providers, and OEM suppliers in the upstream oil & gas value chain
• Conduct market intelligence, supplier benchmarking, and pricing analysis within the oilfield services sector
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluations, technical/commercial evaluations, and purchase orders
• Apply INCOTERMS in international procurement and logistics coordination, ensuring clarity in delivery terms, risk transfer, and customs handling
• Liaise with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure accurate technical specifications and scope definition

Cost Control & Value Optimization:

• Identify cost optimization opportunities through strategic sourcing, framework agreements, and vendor consolidation
• Monitor procurement spend against approved budgets and project cost control baselines
• Support negotiations to achieve best value while maintaining technical compliance and quality standards
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate invoice verification, timely payment processing, and procurement reconciliation

Compliance, Risk & HSE Management:

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal controls, procurement policies, and audit requirements
• Conduct supplier due diligence, including financial, technical, HSE, and ESG compliance assessments
• Maintain supplier records in line with regulatory and company standards for upstream operations
• Support internal and external audits by providing procurement documentation and clarifications
• Promote ethical sourcing practices and ensure adherence to anti-corruption and governance standards

Qualification / Experience / Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields
• Professional certification is an advantage (e.g., CIPS, ISM, PMP, or equivalent)
• 3 - 7 years’ experience in procurement, preferably within the upstream oil & gas industry or related EPC/energy sector
• Strong understanding of oilfield services, drilling operations, and technical procurement requirements
• Knowledge of international sourcing, logistics, and INCOTERMS
• Familiarity with contract law fundamentals and commercial negotiation principles
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@zeconia.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
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