Oilserv Limited is a leading provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, installation & commissioning (EPCIC) services and complementary solutions across the asset and program life cycle within the onshore, offshore and subsea market segments of the oil and gas sector.
Role Description
This full-time Technical Buyer role is an on-site position based in Port Harcourt.
The Technical Buyer is responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing activities for technical materials, equipment, and services required for Oil & Gas projects.
Daily tasks include preparing and issuing requests for quotation, evaluating supplier offers, negotiating prices and terms, and raising purchase orders in line with company policies and project specifications.
The role involves close collaboration with engineering, project management, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement, as well as maintaining accurate records and supporting audit and compliance requirements.
The Technical Buyer also monitors supplier performance, addresses delivery or quality issues, and contributes to continuous improvement of procurement processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s/HND degree (Engineering, Management or Social Sciences)
Minimum of 2 years’ Experience in procurement function.
Skills and Competencies
Appreciates the main risks that can impact supply chains and how they can be mitigated.
Experienced and understands the application of procedures and governance affecting procurement and supply chain activities.
Experienced and understands the use and purpose of a financial budget and its impact on procurement and supply activities.
Evidence of self and team development.
Experience with influencing and improving ethical practices in the supply chain function.
Excellent knowledge of spend management.
Good knowledge of MS packages, especially Excel.