This role will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of critical tools, spare parts, equipment, and operational materials across the plant. The position will also leverage digital procurement solutions, market intelligence, and data analytics to drive informed decision-making, operational efficiency, and sustainable value creation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
Develop and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
Review and analyse all vendors/suppliers and their price options
Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
Ensure that purchased goods and supplies are of high quality
Responsible for issuing requests for quotations for all major equipment and services supplies
Prepare technical and financial comparison sheets for different tenders for major or expensive equipment
Ensure follow-up of all client instructions and agreements according to prices and conditions for the delivery time of all purchased material
Inspection of all incoming goods upon arrival for compliance
Check for approval of all incoming invoices for equipment and services
Develop and maintain an up-to-date library of suppliers and products and services catalogues
Ensure availability of the right quality and quantity of the material required in the plant
Optimize procurement lead time and cost of materials procured within the guideline and control parameters
Monitor vendors to ensure contractual obligations are timely met
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to prevent non mechanical and mechanical materials from being out of stock
Implement data protection policies and practices of Egbin Power Plc
Ensure compliance with the NDPR and other data protection laws and data protection policies
Undertake Data Protection Impact Assessment as applicable to curb the risk during data processing operations
Ensure awareness of the integrated management system (ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 & 45001:2018) and the implications of not confirming with the requirement
Understand and identify hazards, risks, environmental aspects and impacts as it is related to their jobs
Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical Maintenance & Instrumentation and Control engineering) or any other relevant degree
Knowledge of supply chain or any relevant field will be an added advantage
3 years’ experience as an Engineer or a Technical Procurement Officer or any related role
Skills and Competencies
Experience in leveraging digital and data analytics tools like Power BI and Excel to drive efficiencies
Proficiency in the use of other Microsoft Office tools
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently