Procurement Officer (Oil and Gas)

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A full-time Procurement Officer role in Port Harcourt, Rivers, supporting oil & gas, construction, and industrial engineering procurement operations. The role involves sourcing equipment and materials from OEMs and suppliers, managing purchase orders, negotiating terms, applying Incoterms, and coordinating logistics and documentation.

• Full-time role based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State
• Focus on oil & gas, construction, and industrial engineering procurement
• Requires working knowledge of Incoterms and international purchasing
• Involves supplier evaluation, RFQs, POs, and procurement reporting
• Uses industry platforms such as NIPEX for sourcing and tenders

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Procurement Officer (Oil and Gas) at an Engineering, Procurement, Maintenance and Support Company - Ellasot Consulting ⏲ Aug 27, 2026, 6:04 AM ⋕ View all Procurement & Supply Chain jobs Ellasot Consulting - Our client, an Engineering, Procurement, Maintenance and Support company serving clients across the Oil & Gas, Petroleum, Construction, Automotive, Heavy Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, and Power & Energy sectors. The company sources and supplies a broad range of industrial equipment, tools, and materials - including gas turbines, industrial filters, instrumentation components, piping products, bellows, chemicals, and safety electrical materials - from trusted Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and established suppliers. They are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Procurement Officer (Oil and Gas) Location: Port Harcort, Rivers Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and commercially minded Procurement Officer to support their procurement operations and ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing and delivery of quality equipment and materials to clients across the oil & gas, construction, and industrial engineering sectors. Key Responsibilities: Identify, evaluate, prequalify, and maintain relationships with reliable local and international suppliers, manufacturers, and OEMs. Resolve discrepancies relating to specifications, quantities, quality, documentation, pricing, and delivery within agreed timelines. Prepare and monitor cost-savings and procurement performance reports. Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders, delivery timelines, documentation, warranties, and after-sales support. Track purchase orders from sourcing through shipment and final delivery, ensuring timely fulfilment and accurate documentation. Monitor market trends, pricing movements, new products, and emerging suppliers relevant to the company's industries and product categories. Ensure the appropriate application of Incoterms® in international procurement transactions and shipping arrangements, and understand their implications for costs, delivery obligations, risk, insurance, and transfer of responsibility. Support pre-supply inspections, supplier quality checks, and verification of materials and equipment before dispatch. Prepare and process Purchase Requisitions, Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Purchase Orders (POs), and other procurement documentation. Coordinate with logistics and shipping partners on local and international shipments, including documentation and delivery requirements. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranty provisions, and other contractual/commercial conditions to achieve competitive procurement outcomes without compromising quality. Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, client requirements, applicable regulations, and established procurement procedures. Utilize procurement and vendor platforms, including NIPEX and other relevant industry, supplier, and e-procurement platforms, to identify opportunities, suppliers, tenders, and procurement requirements. Source industrial equipment, spare parts, tools, materials, and technical components in line with client and project requirements. Liaise closely with engineering and technical teams to confirm specifications, technical compliance, approved brands/OEMs, and product suitability. Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, quotation comparisons, purchase order trackers, and procurement reports. Obtain and analyse supplier quotations, comparing pricing, specifications, lead times, payment terms, warranties, and other commercial considerations. Requirements: Working knowledge of Incoterms® and their application in international purchasing, freight, delivery, risk transfer, and supplier transactions. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers, OEMs, logistics providers, engineering teams, and clients. Strong negotiation and commercial skills, with the ability to evaluate and negotiate supplier quotations and terms. Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation, record-keeping, and organisational skills. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs. Ability to work independently, exercise sound commercial judgement, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Good understanding of local and international supplier sourcing and procurement processes. Familiarity with NIPEX and similar industry/procurement platforms, including platforms used for vendor registration, tendering, sourcing, and supplier engagement. 2–5years' experience: in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain operations. Progress toward or membership of a recognised professional procurement body, such as CIPS, is an added advantage. Good understanding of purchase orders, RFQs, supplier quotations, lead times, payment terms, shipping documentation, and delivery processes. HND/BSc in Purchasing & Supply, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience: procuring industrial equipment, engineering materials, oil & gas supplies, construction materials, or technical products is an advantage. Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and procurement activities simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with procurement, ERP, inventory, or purchase order management systems is an added advantage. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: frontdeskellasot@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail. Note: Only candidates resident in Port Harcourt will be considered. Application Deadline: 14th September, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Rivers State Procurement Officer job vacancies in Nigeria