Category Specialist, Administrative, Community & General Services (ACGS)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in implementing procurement plans for community infrastructure and development projects, ensuring adherence to quality and delivery timelines.

2. Support sourcing activities for CSR and sustainability programs, ensuring compliance with corporate objectives and regulatory standards.

3. Conduct supplier identification and qualification for IT, office supplies, HR, facilities, travel, and professional services, ensuring alignment with Nigerian Content requirements.

4. Facilitate engagement with local vendors and support empowerment initiatives to promote compliance with local content regulations.

5. Provide operational support for digital procurement initiatives, including ERP systems, cybersecurity, and automation projects.

6. Coordinate procurement of HSE-related items such as PPE, firefighting systems, and waste management services in line with sustainability goals.

7. Assist in managing relationships with NGOs and development organizations to enhance community program delivery.

8. Support sourcing and monitoring of community-based security and surveillance services to maintain safe operations.

9. Ensure documentation and compliance for regulatory and government-related procurement activities.

10. Gather market intelligence and assist in cost benchmarking to support optimization of procurement spend and operational efficiency.

    Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any related discipline; Postgraduate qualification (MSc/MBA) in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Engineering Management is advantageous.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), APICS/CPIM, or PMI are a plus.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in any infrastructural-intensive business.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier management for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, or civil engineering materials/services.
• Hands-on experience with local and international suppliers, including Nigerian Content (NOGICD) compliance.
• Experience in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and procurement governance in a regulated E&P environment.
• Familiarity with ERP procurement systems (SAP, Oracle) and asset integrity/maintenance planning is preferred.