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Category Manager, Drilling, Completions

11 hours ago

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Sahara Group Full time

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute category strategies for drilling, completions, and subsurface goods and services, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and budgets.
  • Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers, including local and international vendors, to meet operational and Nigerian Content (NOGICD) requirements.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts for drilling rigs, well completion services, downhole tools, and subsurface materials to secure best value and compliance.
  • Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize procurement spend and support strategic sourcing decisions.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to understand technical specifications, project timelines, and operational needs.
  • Monitor supplier performance and manage risks, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and compliance with HSE standards.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procurement policies, including NOGICD Act obligations and audit readiness.
  • Maintain accurate procurement data and reporting, providing insights for category planning, spend visibility, and decision-making.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen supplier relationships.
  • Support budget planning and cost control for the DCS category, ensuring expenditures align with financial objectives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering or sub-surface discipline preferably Petroleum Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Subsea/Mechanical Engineering, Petrophysics, Geo-science, or a closely 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 12 years of upstream oil and gas experience, specifically in drilling, completions, or subsurface operations.
  • 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.

Skills and Competencies

  • Knowledge in Subsurface, Petroleum/Drilling Engineering or SCM with upstream drilling experience
  • Skill proficiency in relevant industry standards and regulatory reporting requirements
  • Proficiency in cost engineering
  • Conversant with usual business suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Awareness of in-house tools: Oracle Fusion, etc.