Contracting Officer

Job Summary

KPMG is currently seeking Contracting Officers to provide operational support for contracting activities, including contract administration, documentation management, and execution support to ensure compliance with agreed contractual requirements.

Requirements

You’re a strong candidate if you have:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Finance or a related discipline; with a minimum of Second-Class Lower (2.2) GPA.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in contracting, procurement, or supply chain operations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/SCM systems. Experience using Power I or similar reporting tools will be an advantage
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CIMA, CFA, Six Sigma) 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:

Supporting contract lifecycle administration activities including contract creation, documentation management, amendment tracking and contract close-out activities
Coordinating contract documentation and variation processes.
Maintaining contract records and supporting contractual compliance requirements.
Supporting contract execution activities in accordance with agreed terms.
Liaising with contractors and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
Assisting with the resolution and escalation of contracting issues as required.
Maintaining contract databases, document repositories, and contract records
Tracking contract milestones, deliverable, expiry dates, and key contractual obligations
Prepare contract status reports and support management reporting requirements
Supporting tendering, award, and contract mobilisation activities
Coordinating contractor correspondence and document exchanges
Escalating contract administration issues requiring management intervention

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.