Procurement Head

Job Description : PROCUREMENT HEAD NIGERIA FOR OIL AND GAS PROJECT 25+ years experience Project Procurement and Contract Manager for Greenfield Fertilizer Ammonia and Urea Project Position Title: Project Procurement and Contract Manager Job Overview: The Project Procurement and Contract Manager will be responsible for overseeing the procurement activities and contract management of a large-scale Greenfield Fertilizer Ammonia and Urea Project. This role involves managing the procurement of all equipment, materials, and services required for the project while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and optimizing costs and timelines. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, construction, and legal, to ensure that the project is executed efficiently and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Management: • Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy for the Greenfield fertilizer project to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials, equipment, and services. • Vendor Selection: Identify and prequalify suppliers and contractors, manage the tendering process, evaluate proposals, and select vendors based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements. • Procurement Planning: Prepare detailed procurement plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure that all procurement activities align with the overall project timeline. • Supplier Management: Negotiate, manage, and monitor contracts with suppliers, ensuring that they meet the project specifications, delivery schedules, and quality standards. • Market Research: Conduct market research to identify new and potential suppliers, ensuring the best available sources for required project materials and services. • Risk Management: Identify procurement-related risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Work with the project risk management team to address challenges as they arise. Contract Management: • Contract Negotiation and Management: Lead the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts with vendors, contractors, and consultants. Ensure that all contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and project specifications. • Contractual Compliance: Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with agreed terms, schedules, and conditions. Take corrective actions if deviations occur. • Change Orders: Manage change order processes and track the impact of any changes to scope, cost, and timeline. • Claims Management: Address claims or disputes related to contract performance, resolve conflicts, and ensure resolution through effective negotiation or legal channels. • Reporting: Prepare and present procurement and contract management reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators, risks, and progress. Project Coordination and Stakeholder Management: • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with project engineering, construction, legal, and finance teams to align procurement and contract activities with the project's overall goals and timeline. • Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular communication with key stakeholders, including internal project teams, suppliers, contractors, and external partners, to ensure smooth project execution. • Cost Control: Monitor and control procurement budgets and expenditures, ensuring that costs are within approved limits and that value for money is achieved. Compliance and Documentation: • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that procurement processes and contracts comply with local regulations, industry standards, and environmental and safety guidelines. • Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement and contract documentation, ensuring that all processes are traceable and auditable. • Contract Closeout: Ensure the proper closeout of contracts and resolve any post project contractual obligations or disputes. • Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Excellent knowledge of project procurement software, ERP systems, and contract management tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and adapt to changing requirements. Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities. Knowledge of ammonia and urea fertilizer plant operations and equipment is advantageous.

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