Buyer

Position: Buyer
Project: Power Plant
Location: Nigeria
Experience: 215 Years

Nationality: Indian Candidates Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Handle procurement of project materials, equipment, spares, consumables, and services as per project requirements.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, obtain quotations, prepare comparison statements, and negotiate prices and commercial terms.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, Planning, Stores, and Finance teams.
• Review material requisitions, BOQs, specifications, and vendor quotations.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding manufacturing, inspection, documentation, dispatch, and delivery.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, quotations, and PO documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and support resolution of procurement-related issues and delays.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company and project procedures.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–15 years of experience in procurement/buying, preferably in EPC, power plant, oil & gas, or industrial projects.
• CCPP/CPP or EPC project experience will be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing, quotation evaluation, negotiation, and PO management.
• Experience handling mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and general project materials will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Strong communication, negotiation, coordination, and vendor management skills.
• Africa/Nigeria project experience will be an added advantage.