Procurement Specialist at FELPET Nigeria Limited

FELPET Nigeria Limited is an indigenous procurement and engineering-based company registered to provide end to end solutions for the delivery of quality products and services to various industries in Nigeria.

We are recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time (On-site)

Job Description

• The candidate for this position will drive sales and ensure profitability for FELPET Nigeria Limited Electrical and Instrumentation Business Unit, by using a consultative approach to selling, this person will use their expertise to identify leading to sales opportunities with both new and existing customers.

Work Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare Requests for Quotations (RFQs), OEM/Supplier/Vendor selection, tenders/bids, Purchase Orders, and negotiation of an award for services (Freight, clearing).
• Prepare reports on RFQs and Purchases, including Pre-bid analysis, Price analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, etc.
• Responsible for preparation of assigned RFQs / Bids / Tenders from receipt to submission.
• Sourcing to identify the client’s needs and obtain the best competitive prices for items from the correct manufacturers and reputable suppliers.
• Negotiate supplier’s and vendor’s quotes.
• Source to obtain the best and cost-effective freight methods for items in RFQs or Purchase Orders.
• Raise and chase up Purchase Orders. 
• Track and expedite Purchase Orders assigned to Manufacturers / Suppliers and ensure the procurement activities are in line with the terms and conditions of the Bid / PO.
• Responsible for monitoring and tracking the delivery of imported shipments with the Freight Forwarders and Clearing Agents
• Track payments with the Accounts unit
• Assist the Admin/Logistics unit with the receipt and delivery of goods to the clients.
• Carry out other procurement and expediting functions that may be assigned
• Assist the Lead to ensure the targets set are achieved for the unit.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in any relevant field. 
• Significant Procurement / Supply Chain experience, for a portfolio of Electrical and Instrumentation products and services.
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a similar role within the Oil & Gas sector in a structured business environment.
• Understanding and familiarity with supply chain/procurement procedures. (Sourcing, bidding, purchase order management, expediting, etc.)
• Good understanding of logistics procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to prepare price analysis, cost-benefit analysis, etc.
• Problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and resolve specification, technical, and/or commercial queries and also strategize for better solutions.
• Market and/or Price Intelligence / Commercial awareness of E & I products and services
• Product Knowledge (of E & I products and services would be an advantage)
• Good sourcing skills (both local and foreign products and services)
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and software used by clients in the Oil & Gas sector (e.g.: SAP Ariba, GEP, etc.)
• Contract Management
• Data and Information Management
• Strong negotiation and consultative sales skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Consistent ability to meet and adhere to deadlines.
• Teamwork / collaborative skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.

Application Closing Date
15th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.