PROCUREMENT CIVIL LEAD

Job Description : PROCUREMENT CIVIL LEAD NIGERIA We are looking for an experienced Lead Procurement Civil with 18+ years of experience in procurement and supply chain management for Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Chemical, and EPC projects. The incumbent will be responsible for leading the complete procurement cycle for civil, structural, building, infrastructure, and construction-related materials and services, from procurement strategy and tendering through vendor selection, negotiation, purchase order placement, expediting, inspection, and delivery. The role requires strong expertise in managing large-value procurement packages, contractor/vendor relationships, commercial negotiations, cost optimization, and coordination with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Contracts, QA/QC, Finance, and Logistics teams. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Develop and implement procurement strategies for civil and construction-related packages in line with project schedules and budgets. Lead procurement activities for major EPC, Oil & Gas, Refinery and Petrochemical projects. Prepare procurement plans, package strategies, bid lists, and procurement schedules. Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality, safety, and project requirements. Ensure procurement activities are aligned with approved project budgets, specifications, schedules, and contractual requirements. Civil Procurement Lead procurement for various civil and infrastructure packages, including but not limited to: Cement, concrete and ready-mix concrete Reinforcement steel / TMT bars Structural steel Structural fabrication and erection Precast concrete and concrete products Aggregates, sand and construction materials Blocks, bricks and masonry materials Waterproofing and insulation materials Formwork and scaffolding materials Roads, paving and drainage materials Underground utilities and infrastructure materials Buildings and architectural materials Foundations and civil construction packages Industrial flooring Fencing and boundary works Temporary facilities and construction-related materials/services Civil subcontracting and construction packages Tendering & Vendor Management Prepare RFQs/RFPs, tender documents, commercial bid evaluations and comparison statements. Develop and maintain an approved vendor/supplier database for civil materials and services. Identify, evaluate and prequalify potential suppliers and subcontractors. Coordinate technical and commercial evaluations with Engineering and Project teams. Lead clarification meetings, commercial negotiations and finalization of suppliers/subcontractors. Establish competitive pricing and favorable commercial terms. Monitor supplier performance and resolve commercial or delivery-related issues. Commercial Negotiation Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, LD clauses, retention, performance guarantees and other commercial conditions. Review and negotiate supplier/subcontractor quotations and contractual terms. Ensure procurement decisions provide optimum cost, quality, delivery and commercial value. Monitor market trends, material prices, availability and supplier capacity. Support project teams in identifying potential procurement risks and mitigation strategies. Purchase Orders & Contracts Review and finalize Purchase Orders, Work Orders and subcontract agreements. Ensure all procurement documents comply with company procedures and project requirements. Monitor commitments against approved budgets and procurement plans. Coordinate with Contracts and Legal teams for contractual deviations and risk mitigation. Ensure proper documentation and approval of procurement transactions. Expediting & Project Coordination Monitor manufacturing, supply and delivery schedules for critical materials. Coordinate with suppliers, inspection agencies, logistics and project teams to ensure timely delivery. Identify procurement delays and implement recovery plans. Participate in project progress meetings and provide procurement status updates. Coordinate with Construction and Site teams to prioritize critical materials based on project requirements. Leadership & Team Management Lead and mentor a team of procurement engineers/buyers and support procurement personnel. Allocate procurement packages and monitor team performance. Establish procurement KPIs and ensure timely achievement of project targets. Guide team members in tendering, negotiation, vendor management and commercial evaluation. Drive compliance with company procurement policies, procedures and ethical standards. Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with: Engineering Project Management Construction Planning Contracts & Commercial QA/QC Finance Logistics Warehouse/Materials Management HSE to ensure seamless procurement and project execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline. MBA/PG Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement or Business Management will be an advantage. 18+ years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Chemical, Power or EPC projects. Strong experience in Civil/Infrastructure procurement and subcontracting. Experience working on large-scale EPC projects is highly preferred. Required Skills Strategic Procurement Civil & Construction Procurement EPC Procurement Vendor Development & Management Tender Management Commercial Evaluation Contract & PO Management Price Negotiation Cost Optimization Supplier Expediting Procurement Planning Market Analysis Subcontract Management Project Procurement Risk Management Team Leadership Stakeholder Management Software / ERP Skills Experience with procurement and ERP systems such as: SAP Oracle Ivalua MS Dynamics Ariba Advanced Excel Procurement Management Systems Preferred Industry Experience Candidates from the following sectors will be preferred: Oil & Gas Petrochemical Refinery Chemical LNG / Gas Processing Fertilizer Power EPC / EPCM Industrial Infrastructure Key Competencies Strong commercial and negotiation skills Excellent understanding of civil construction materials and services Ability to manage high-value procurement packages Strong supplier and subcontractor network Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities Strong project management and coordination skills Ability to work under tight project schedules Strong leadership and team-management capability Good understanding of contractual and commercial terms High level of integrity and procurement governance Key Performance Indicators Procurement cost savings On-time PO/contract placement On-time material delivery Supplier performance Procurement cycle time Budget adherence Purchase order/contract compliance Vendor development Reduction in procurement risks and delays Project procurement schedule adherence

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