🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Oando Plc – 4 Positions

Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions provider with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP).

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Commercial Analyst II
2.) Project Engineer II
3.) Admin & Services Officer
4.) Supply Chain Senior Associate

Job Title: Commercial Analyst II

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Report to: VP, Opportunity Maturation & New Venture
Supervises: Commercial Analyst

Job Purpose

• The Commercial Analyst II will provide crucial analytical support and insights to business units and senior management, enhancing the company's operations and competitiveness.
• The role involves collecting and analyzing data to identify trends and opportunities, aiding in strategy development and implementation.

Major Responsibility Area

• Monitor dynamic Business environment and recommend changes to processes when necessary to ensure continued profitability of the business.
• Assists in ensuring optimum performance in operational and cost control functions
• Support commercial decision-making across projects relating to commercial inputs into, and negotiations of commercial agreements, pricing, operationalization of contracts, etc.
• Assist in strategic planning by formulating and implementing strategies to enhance business performance.
• Prepare and Present comprehensive cost analysis (historical and projected) benchmarked against industry and internal corporate goals.
• Work collaboratively with various teams to support their analytical needs and drive business success.
• Ensure that agreements/contracts are adequately reflecting the company’s interests and as such will have input in these documents.
• Maintain a proactive approach to identifying business opportunities and challenges.
• Serve as a thought partner, leveraging internal and external networks, to engage in team problem solving, share evolving business trends and best practices, and contribute to knowledge creation initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specification

• 1st Degree in the numerate Science-based disciplines, Engineering, Business/Economics, Mathematics, Finance, or other relevant fields from a reputable University.
• MBA or Accounting/Financial Designations would be an added advantage
• 3 - 5yrs relevant experience e.g. Business Development, Financial Analysis or Asset Management.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent Presentation/Communication Skills
• Talented, and with a strong interest in Business.
• Thorough understanding of petroleum economics.
• Proven competencies in using Microsoft Office Suite.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to analyze complex data and draw insightful conclusions.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and the ability to develop and interpret financial models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting information clearly and persuasively.
• Skilled in negotiating contracts and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality, comprehensiveness, timeliness and accuracy of data provided for analysis.
• Quality and depth of analysis and usefulness of recommendations proffered.
• Accuracy and timeliness of documents prepared.
• Effectiveness of analytical support provided.
• Levels of adherence to policies, processes and procedures.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Project Engineer II

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: SVP, Technology & Innovation
Supervises: Project Engineer I

Job Purpose

• Project Engineer II performs engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget, scope, and schedule.

Major Responsibility Area

• Deliver the technical elements of a defined scope within a project aimed at realizing the value of a business opportunity, on schedule, within budget, and to the right quality.
• Coordinate the activities of diverse players involved in delivery of own scope of the project.
• Maintain accurate documentation of physical and financial progress and events on own scope; provide regular reports on own scope of the project as an input to overall project management information to key stakeholders.
• Recognize promptly potential issues that could threaten project delivery and escalate as required for prompt resolution, proffering own solutions in the process.
• Work closely with internal and external service providers for delivery of project scope in line with the Basis for Design; manage especially external service providers on the job in line with their contract of engagement.
• Maintain key project documentation (in approved forms) that are needed for future operation and ensure these are handed over to the asset recipient.

Job Specification

• 1st Degree in Engineering (preferably Civil/Construction Engineering) from a reputable University
• Architectural & Civil Engineering Design Interpretations
• Good knowledge of engineering material, costs, and specifications
• Engineering and Technology – knowledge of the practical applications of engineering, science, and technology
• Design – knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Membership of Nigeria Society of Engineers or equivalent
• Minimum of 5-year experience as part of a project team in delivery of infrastructure
• Excellent presentation/communication skills
• Proven competencies in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.

Core Competencies:

• Understanding of the company’s Opportunity Realization Process
• Working knowledge of company-adopted project management methodologies and systems
• Ability to develop project schedules and cost profiles and use same to manage a defined project scope on a day-to-day basis.
• Understanding of project budgeting on a bottoms-up basis and use of same for financial management
• Ability to estimate project costs from established cost elements, including contingency management.
• Ability to coordinate activities of diverse parties, both internal and external, towards delivery of a defined objective
• Understanding of project reporting requirements of various stakeholders and ability to generate same
• Creativity and innovation.
• Team playing.
• Oral/written communication
• Relationship Management
• Leadership/Supervisory

Key Performance Indicators:

• Efficient delivery of all Company’s projects.
• Project delivered within schedule, budget, and scope.
• Promptness and quality of project delivery.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Admin & Services Officer

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time
Directly Reports To: Services Manager
Supervises: Cleaners, Pool Drivers and Admin Assistants

Job Summary

• The Admin & Services Officer is an integral part of the Services team, supporting the efficient and effective delivery of administrative tasks as well as services for the company including but not limited to logistics, pool car management as well as facility and guest house management.

Specific Duties

• Responsible for general administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the office including prompt supply of stationery and other office utilities, management of meeting rooms, to name a few.
• Supervise office Cleaners, Drivers and Admin Assistants
• Maintain records of Company Assets and other office equipment.
• Raise Local and International travel requisitions for employees and Partners.
• Arrange local hotel bookings for employees and Partners.
• Manage logistics for local employee journeys, including booking, checking fit for purpose amongst other things of passenger vehicles and security escorts.
• Arrange Protocol Services for international and local flights for employees and Partners as required.
• Act as Journey Manager for Oando Journey Management Process.
• Manage driver’s daily workload, ensuring they are appropriately assigned to vehicles and internal clients; quarterly evaluation of drivers based on client feedback.
• Responsible for maintenance of pool cars in Lagos, Port Harcourt and Kwale.
• Liaise with vendors / suppliers for best-in-class service offerings.
• Prepare BPAs/PPOs as required
• Ensure timely processing and settlement of bills in relation to services rendered to the Company.
• Manage Petty Cash.
• Prepare expense sheet for retirement of funds.
• Receive documents, file appropriately (soft and hard copy) and send links to concerned staff as required.
• Ensure procedures / processes are followed and updated as and when necessary.
• Support improvement of service quality by updating procedures and processes; evaluating customer feedback and taking lessons learned for better service output.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Response time to internal Client requests.
• Internal customer satisfaction levels.
• Effective stakeholder management.
• Quality, timeliness and effectiveness of office supplies ordering and deliveries.
• Levels of variance & value of unaccounted for/missing items from the Office supplies stock, and of the companies fixed assets.
• Effectiveness of cost management recommendations and efforts.
• Ease of retrieval and utilization of general administration and fixed assets documents and reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in any subject.
• Minimum of 4 years’ work experience ideally in Office Admin, Services or Customer Services.
• Good MS Office skills particularly in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience successfully managing a diverse range of stakeholders would be an advantage.
• Experience of travel management especially for Senior Management Executives would be beneficial.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail / quality management.
• Self-starter and a proactive thinker.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks independently.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.
• High levels of integrity.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively multi-task in a deadline driven atmosphere.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Numeracy & Data Analytics
• Basic Accounting
• Negotiation
• Cost Control
• Creativity & Innovation
• Quality Management Orientation
• Organization
• Interpersonal Relations
• Team Player / Collaborative
• Oral & Written Communication
• Reporting

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Supply Chain Senior Associate

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time
Reports To: Supply Chain Senior Specialist
Supervises: Supply Chain Analyst

Purpose

• Effect quality and timely service delivery that meets or surpass internal client’s expectations within the company’s approved policies and procedures while saving cost for the Company.

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability

• Administration: Support the Head, Supply Chain & Services to implement and ensure the OER Procurement policy and process is adhered to at all times- Review of NTB Memo, TB Memo, BPA Memo, Present Contract Award Recommendation to Tender Board Members for their Approval or Rejection, etc
• Administration: Supervise and direct the activities of the Procurement Analyst.
• Buyer: Negotiate effectively with vendors to achieve a win-win that fosters a healthy relationship with our key suppliers
• Contracts Administration: Review of contract documents, Negotiate Contract Terms and Pricing, finalizing contracts etc
• Cost Savings: Audit and Review JV Partners spend on MMD Activities, Attend NAOC JV Negotiation Meetings
• Bids and Tender Administration: Issue RFQs/ITTS for Tenders.

Major Responsibility Areas:

• Data Handling: Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and other important data.
• Product Purchases: Purchasing goods and services in line with the the Procurement Policy
• Communication with the Suppliers: Via the issuance of RFQs, RFPs, ITTs etc.
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
• Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
• Ensure that the products and supplies are of high quality
• Working with team members and Head, Supply Chain and Services to complete duties as needed

Other Responsibility Areas:

• Annual Budgeting and budget Monitoring of JV Partners Spend
• Budget compliance
• Reconciliations
• Liaising with Finance for vendor payments

Education, Work Experience, Core Skills Requirements

• CIPS Membership (or any other equivalent Supply Chain Professional Body)
• A good 1st Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower from a reputable University preferably in Business Administration or any other related field with Business/Social Science background
• Minimum of 6 years work experience in supply chain in a structured business environment
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Sound Knowledge of Oracle ERP System
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Consistent ability to meet and adhere to deadlines
• Result-oriented, creative, lots of initiative & drive, sound ethical values.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player

Competency Requirements:

• Numeracy
• Self-Initiative /Decision Making
• Service Orientation & Social Perceptiveness
• Organizing and Time Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Judgment & Decision Making
• Negotiation Skills
• Written/Oral Communication Skills
• People Management Skills
• Timeliness
• Adequate Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Team Player
• Sound work Ethics
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Customer Service
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Professionalism
• Good Communication Skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online