Contracts Engineer / Buyer - Lagos

Company Description E & P Job Description ACTIVITIES  The post holder is responsible for pre-award preparation, negotiation, award and monitoring the administration of Contracts for works/goods/services in such a manner as to ensure the Company’s best commercial interests are both served and protected, while monitoring relevant markets and supporting contractor performance management.  Organize and control all process-based activities relating to offshore service contracts in assigned portfolio including strategies, pre-qualifications, tender list development, issues of ITT, analysis of tenders, contract negotiations and the preparation of contractual documentation.  Proactively work with the métier partners (Technical Duets) to build and maintain relationships with contractors / suppliers and monitor their performance by participating in contract performance management activities.  Liaise closely with the relevant Global Category Manager to locally deploy TGP strategy and comply with TGP governance.  Actively pursue contracting synergy opportunities for all business requirements.  Actively contribute to the 3C program by delivery of costs savings without compromising safety or quality. 

• Provide proactive and timely advice and support to internal and external stakeholders in all matters relating to Contracts & Procurement, including operating as a ‘Duet’ with the technical counterpart to promote effective contract planning, management and performance. 
• Utilize approved standard contract documentation and ensure compliance with standard contracting principles during negotiations.  Comply with all applicable Supply Chain rules, governance, and process. 
• Ensure that contractor / supplier selection is carried out in accordance with Company requirements and Compliance Program and that safety and environmental assessments are part of the selection process.  Mitigate project risk through pro-active management and negotiation of contractual disputes.
• Support settlement of claims, in conjunction with senior management and Legal, by proposing strategies and actions and by participating in negotiations. 
• Contribute to the process of continuous improvement, including participation in and promotion of Lean initiatives and adoption and sharing of best practice. 
• Prepare and Present (where required) Contracts Committee presentations.  Demonstrate personal commitment to the HSEQ Policy and actively participate in Company safety awareness and initiative schemes. 
• Maintain awareness of and ensure compliance with all relevant Statutory and Company HSEQ standards.  Effectively and efficiently use all Supply Chain Tools (SAP, E-Sourcing, AGORA, Etc.) to ensure all required information is available in a timely manner and fully auditable. 
• Ensure information of portfolio is systematically updated in the Master Procurement
• Plan while maintaining an up-to-date contract portfolio status.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE  Fluent in English Language  A degree in Engineering, Management or Social Sciences (preferably Supply Chain)  Membership of relevant professional bodies in the Supply Chain and in Operational functions will be an added advantage.  Proficiency in MS Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)  3 to 5 years' experience in oil and gas industry of which 2 years should be as a contract Engineer.  Demonstrable general knowledge and understanding of commercial, legal and insurance issues affecting the company in general. Additional Information This position is open to Nigerians who reside in Lagos - State