Materials Management & Expediting Officer

Job Summary

KPMG is currently seeking a Materials Management & Expediting Officer to support material availability and supply chain execution activities through effective material tracking, expediting, coordination, and issue resolution. The role is responsible for monitoring material readiness, delivery status, and supply constraints to ensure timely availability of materials and equipment required for business operations.

Requirements

You’re a strong candidate if you have:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline; with a minimum of Second-Class Lower (2.2) GPA.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in materials management, expediting, logistics, inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/SCM systems
Experience tracking material movements, delivery schedules, and supplier performance.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Relevant professional certifications will be an advantage.
Experience working in oil & gas, energy, or large industrial environments is preferred.

You’ll help our oil and gas clients succeed by:

Coordinating material management and expediting activities to support timely availability of materials and equipment.
Monitoring material readiness status against operational and project requirements.
Tracking purchase orders, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules to identify potential delays.
Liaising with suppliers, procurement teams, logistics providers, and operational stakeholders to expedite critical materials.
Maintaining visibility of material movements from supplier dispatch through final delivery.
Identifying and escalating supply constraints, shortages, and delivery risks impacting operational schedules.
Supporting resolution of material availability issues through proactive stakeholder engagement.
Maintaining accurate material tracking records and status reports within ERP/SCM systems.
Monitoring aged purchase orders and outstanding material actions to support timely closure.
Generating material status, expediting, and supply risk reports for stakeholders and management.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material availability, visibility, and supply chain performance.
Contributing to operational continuity through proactive material planning and expediting support.

About Company

KPMG Professional Services

https://home.kpmg.com/ng

KPMG Professional Services and KPMG Advisory Services are the KPMG member firm in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria since 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and international organisations within the Nigerian business community. Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential. At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients to cut through complexities of the business world; finding solutions and adding value. Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective give us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firm's clients a distinct edge over their competitors. As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depends on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy. Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people and the community, thereby enabling Nigeria's success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. The firm has a full complement of 59 partners and over 1,500 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax and advisory services. KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sector in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business performance and operations.