Procurement Manager Job at Carogas Energy

Carogas Energy is an independent oil and gas company focused on developing and producing energy resources in Africa and beyond. We acquire and operate onshore and shallow offshore fields, ensuring efficient and responsible production.

Our work includes oilfield services, procurement, and asset management, supporting Africa’s energy sector with practical, cost-effective solutions. With a growing operational presence in Africa and across key energy markets, we continue to expand our footprint through strategic industry partnerships and operational excellence to maximize value and long-term sustainability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Procurement Manager - Oil & Gas

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time (Hybrid)
Reports To: Managing Director / Head of Commercial
Department: Supply Chain & Commercial Operations

Job Summary

• The Procurement Manager – Oil & Gas is responsible for strategically managing procurement and vendor relations across upstream operations and services, with a focus on cost-effective sourcing, compliance, and strategic positioning in the African and Middle Eastern markets.
• The role includes overseeing sourcing, contract bidding, vendor onboarding, and registration processes with national and international oil companies (NOCs & IOCs) and oilfield service providers.
• The ideal candidate is commercially astute, technically sound, and experienced in oil & gas procurement and vendor registration protocols.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors for oilfield equipment, chemicals, drilling services, engineering support, and project supplies.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with technical and project requirements in exploration, drilling, and production operations.
• Ensure procurement meets technical specifications, delivery timelines, and cost targets.

Vendor & Partner Onboarding:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified vendors and strategic partners relevant to upstream oil & gas services.
• Develop vendor prequalification packages, manage documentation, and conduct due diligence.
• Maintain and expand a preferred vendor and partner database focused on operations in Africa and the Middle East.

Market Development & Bid Management:

• Actively identify business opportunities and contracts in the African and Middle Eastern oil & gas sectors.
• Lead proposal and bid submissions for tenders and RFPs issued by oil companies and oil service companies.
• Coordinate with technical, legal, and commercial teams to ensure bid compliance and competitiveness.

Registration & Compliance:

• Lead the process of vendor registration and prequalification with NOCs, IOCs, and EPC contractors (e.g., ADNOC, NNPC, Sonangol, ENI, Schlumberger, Halliburton, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with local content requirements and registration protocols in key markets.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, JV partners, and local content boards where necessary.

Commercial Presentations & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Create high-quality capability presentations and bid documents tailored to client requirements.
• Represent the company at vendor presentations, pre-bid meetings, and technical evaluations with oil companies.
• Build relationships with key procurement and project teams in operating companies and oil service majors.

Cost Control & Risk Mitigation:

• Develop procurement strategies to optimize costs, quality, and supply reliability.
• Monitor supply chain risks and build contingency plans.
• Benchmark market prices and trends for major procurement categories.

Reporting & System Management:

• Implement and maintain procurement tracking systems (ERP/SAP or similar).
• Analyze spend data, procurement cycle times, and supplier performance KPIs.
• Provide regular procurement reports and dashboards to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. (MBA or certifications such as CIPS, PMP, or NACE are highly desirable)
• Minimum 7–10 years of procurement experience in the Chemicals or upstream oil & gas sector, with exposure to Africa and/or the Middle East.
• In-depth knowledge of oil & gas procurement standards, logistics, HSSE, and local content regulations.
• Proven experience in vendor onboarding, bid management, and contract registration processes with IOCs/NOCs.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project coordination skills.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to engage technical and commercial stakeholders at high levels.
• Proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and tender portals.

Key Competencies:

• Oil & Gas Procurement Expertise
• Contract & Bid Management
• Cross-border Regulatory Compliance
• Technical-Commercial Presentation Skills
• Negotiation & Influence
• Vendor Relations & Strategic Partnerships
• Market Intelligence (Africa & Middle East)
• Attention to Detail & Risk Awareness
• Interdepartmental Coordination

Salary
N750,000 / Month.