Supply Chain Manager
First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Location: Lagos
Salary: ₦750,000 – ₦800,000 Monthly (Gross)
Industry: Oil & Gas (Upstream / Oilfield Services)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: General Manager, Business Development & Supply Chain
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Supply Chain Manager to oversee strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier management operations. The successful candidate will ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and equipment for oil and gas projects while maintaining quality, regulatory, and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Lead end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, RFQs, bid evaluation, negotiations, purchase orders, and contract administration.
- Manage international procurement, shipping, importation, customs clearance, and local logistics.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, manufacturers, distributors, and logistics partners.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to support project execution and client commitments.
- Negotiate favourable commercial terms to optimise procurement costs and supplier performance.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, NCDMB Local Content requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Collaborate with Business Development, Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to support tenders and project delivery.
- Identify supply chain risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in supply chain management or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the upstream oil and gas or oilfield services sector.
- Proven experience managing international procurement and complex logistics operations.
- Experience supporting major EPC, IOC, or oilfield services projects.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, freight management, and import/export documentation.
- Proficiency in SAP or other ERP systems, with excellent Excel and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of NCDMB Local Content requirements and Nigerian oil and gas procurement regulations.
- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Relevant professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or APICS/ASCM will be an added advantage.
- A Master's degree or MBA is an advantage.
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