Procurement Technical Coordinator

Desicon Engineering Limited for over 40 years has been an indigenous industry leader providing innovative Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) solutions to our clients. Knowledge, technical innovation and teamwork are at the centre of who we are. We are focused on leveraging these assets to deliver Instrumentation Maintenance and Construction, Procurement and Consultancy solutions to the Nigerian Energy sector. We are an ISO (9001:2008) certified organisation, and we are focused on continuing to improve our processes to exceed our client expectations. We are proud to be the first indigenous company to own and operate a fully equipped Electrical & Instrumentation facility with an attached calibration workshop; a further indication of our dedication to providing superior service and value for money to our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Technical Coordinator

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for subcontracting requirements
• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to project schedules and quality standards.
• Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with project goals and contractual requirements.
• Provide support to Estimations Department during the bidding phase
• Monitor and report on risk status and mitigation efforts.
• Identify and assess potential risks associated with subcontractor relationships.
• Receive the submitted offers from Dept. Head or Coordinator and analyze them by filing the Data in Vendor Commercial Evaluation Form.
• Any other relevant task, as shall be assigned by the Procurement & Subcontracts Manager
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to review and approve subcontract agreements
• Develop mitigation plans to address identified risks.
• Identify potential subcontractors through market research and supplier evaluation.
• Maintain accurate and organized subcontract records, including correspondence, agreements, and modifications.
• Negotiate the Prices with the Selected Vendor (TBE and/or Commercial Basis).
• Verify the PO for all terms & conditions and submit for further approvals.
• Prepare regular reports on subcontract performance, expenditures, and compliance.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals, including pricing, capabilities, and qualifications.
• Wherever needed, request for TBE (Technical Bid Evaluation) by the Requested or by any competent authority as nominated by him/her.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements in subcontractor relationships.
• Prepare the RFQ in the standard format with all relevant details, including the Bid Closure Time & Date, Special Conditions (if any), etc.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Send out the RFQ to the selected vendors (from Desicon bids ID) marking internal colleagues (as necessary) in Blind Copy.
• Always look for ways and methods to improve the efficiency of the department, implement them with consultation and approvals of colleagues and HODs
• Select Vendors for the assigned PR(s) by the Departmental Head based on the requested items and the vendor’s expertise.
• Manage changes in subcontract scope, schedule, and costs, and update relevant documentation.
• Maintain a database of subcontract agreements and associated documentation.
• Track and report on subcontractor expenditures against budgeted costs.
• Issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Requests for Quotes (RFQs) to subcontractors.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.