• Application Deadline:
• Position: Category Manager - Wells & Subsurface Operations


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  

Job Summary

• The Category Manager – Wells & Subsurface Operations shall be responsible for managing category contracting, procurement spend management, and governance processes associated with well construction and subsurface operations.


• The focus is broadening relationships with contractors, identifying trends, innovations, technology, and opportunities to improve supply chain value and manage spend while managing associated supply chain risks.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyzing data or insights to determine industry and Market trends regarding Well Construction and Subsurface Product and Service category


• Formulate a strategic long-term plan for Well contraction and subsurface service and product categories in consultation with internal business teams, Contractors, regulators, JV partners, and stakeholders.


• Conduct market intelligence, innovations, opportunities, and trends within well construction and subsurface categories and formulate appropriate contracting, sourcing strategies, and contract management methods to enhance value.


• Execute sourcing events in line with approved governance standards and practices within the oil and gas industry.


• Build relationships with key vendors to improve pricing and quality of services


• Lead category ranging, pricing, spend management, and promotions across channels


• Issue in line with approved protocol appropriate orders to ensure product availability meets demand


• Lead category management projects to optimize ranges and related procurements


• Collaborate with buyers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to expand product categories


• Forecast and Plan product and service demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory and service availability


• Work with good construction and subsurface teams to Manage budget development for the category


• Developing strong working relationships with buying, marketing, and internal stakeholders


• Ensure compliance with the contract and procurement governance process

Educational Qualifications & Other Experience

• A University degree in Engineering or Business Management


• Minimum 7 years experience in Oil and Gas Contract Management or Administration.


• MCIPS Certification will be an added advantage.


• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the Contracting and procurement process, supplier relationship management, and market /industry trends.


• Mastery of knowledge of Nigerian upstream contracting processes and regulatory requirements.


• Skilled in the use of Oracle ERP


• Comfortable working as part of a multidimensional and disciplinary team


• Exemplify a strong attention to detail


• Possesses superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines


• Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of common programs such as Microsoft Office and G Suite


• Strong experience in petroleum agreements and working with regulators e.g. Niums, NCDMB, and NUPRC


• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills


• Capable of professionally managing confidential information


• Exemplify creative problem-solving abilities.