Supply Chain Manager

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Lagos

Salary: ₦750,000 – ₦800,000 Monthly (Gross)

Industry: Oil & Gas (Upstream / Oilfield Services)

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: General Manager, Business Development & Supply Chain

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Supply Chain Manager to oversee strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier management operations. The successful candidate will ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and equipment for oil and gas projects while maintaining quality, regulatory, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, RFQs, bid evaluation, negotiations, purchase orders, and contract administration.

• Manage international procurement, shipping, importation, customs clearance, and local logistics.

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, manufacturers, distributors, and logistics partners.

• Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to support project execution and client commitments.

• Negotiate favourable commercial terms to optimise procurement costs and supplier performance.

• Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, NCDMB Local Content requirements, and applicable regulations.

• Collaborate with Business Development, Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to support tenders and project delivery.

• Identify supply chain risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in supply chain management or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the upstream oil and gas or oilfield services sector.

• Proven experience managing international procurement and complex logistics operations.

• Experience supporting major EPC, IOC, or oilfield services projects.

• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, freight management, and import/export documentation.

• Proficiency in SAP or other ERP systems, with excellent Excel and analytical skills.

• Knowledge of NCDMB Local Content requirements and Nigerian oil and gas procurement regulations.

• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

• Relevant professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or APICS/ASCM will be an added advantage.

• A Master's degree or MBA is an advantage.

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