About the Role
WTS Energy is a leading global consultancy and manpower supply company dedicated to the international oil, gas, and energy sectors. We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-driven Category Specialist – Maintenance, Engineering & Projects (POMEP) to join our team in Lagos, Nigeria. In this vital role, you will oversee critical procurement activities, drive cost efficiencies, and manage key supplier relationships within the upstream sector.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies specifically tailored for maintenance, engineering, and project procurement.
- Manage end-to-end sourcing, tendering, and complex contract negotiations with both local and international suppliers.
- Ensure strict adherence to Nigerian Content (NOGICD) requirements across all procurement operations.
- Collaborate closely with internal engineering and maintenance teams to seamlessly align procurement activities with asset integrity and maintenance schedules.
- Apply advanced cost engineering principles to optimize procurement spend and maximize overall business value.
- Maintain rigorous procurement governance standards and effectively utilize ERP systems to streamline purchasing workflows.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Civil Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation and control engineering.
- Demonstrated exposure to production, maintenance, and engineering procurement within the upstream oil and gas industry.
- Strong working knowledge of cost engineering, contract negotiation, and procurement governance within a regulated environment.
- Preferred qualifications include postgraduate degrees in Supply Chain Management or relevant professional certifications such as CIPS, APICS, or PMI.
- Familiarity with enterprise ERP procurement platforms such as SAP or Oracle.
- Competitive compensation package complemented by performance-linked bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
- Dedicated learning and development budget with full support for professional certifications.
- Generous paid time off and paid company holidays.
- Collaborative, safety-first corporate culture offering genuine career progression pathways.
- Direct exposure to high-impact, large-scale upstream oil and gas projects.