Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer at Lily Hospitals Limited

Location

Warri, Delta

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Buyer to support procurement across Projects, Biomedical Engineering, and Facility / Asset Management.
• This role will coordinate the sourcing and purchase of technical goods and services, helping teams obtain the right products and supplies at competitive prices and within required timelines.
• The successful candidate will work closely with technical teams, Supply Chain / Procurement, and vendors to understand requirements, check specifications, evaluate quotations, and follow purchases through to delivery.
• They will also support cost control, procurement planning, and supplier performance monitoring to help ensure value for money across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the sourcing of engineering materials, biomedical equipment, spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies based on approved technical specifications and user requirements.
• Clarify procurement requirements with Projects, Biomedical Engineering, Facility/Asset Management, and other relevant technical teams before sourcing begins.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and Bills of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME) for internal project use.
• Review BOQs and BEME submitted by external vendors for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements.
• Obtain and coordinate quotations with Supply Chain/Procurement in line with the organization’s procurement processes.
• Prepare technical bid comparisons, evaluating offers against specifications, price, quality, warranty, delivery timelines, and required documentation.
• Follow up on purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier commitments, and deliveries to support timely fulfilment of requests.
• Work with technical teams to confirm that proposed products and equipment meet required specifications and are suitable for their intended use.
• Check supplier documentation, product warranties, quality information, and other supporting records as part of the procurement review process.
• Conduct price benchmarking and market surveys to support informed purchasing decisions and cost control.
• Support procurement planning by tracking requirements, lead times, delivery schedules, and anticipated purchasing needs.
• Contribute to supplier performance monitoring by tracking quality, responsiveness, delivery reliability, and compliance with agreed terms.
• Maintain clear and accurate procurement records and contribute to reports on sourcing activity, costs, supplier performance, and delivery status.

Qualifications and Experience

• HND, B.Sc., or B.Eng. in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain/Procurement, or a related technical discipline with 3 - 5 years of experience in technical procurement, engineering purchasing, or a related role.
• Experience sourcing technical materials, equipment, spare parts, tools, or maintenance supplies.
• Ability to prepare or review BOQs / BEME and assess quotations against technical and commercial requirements.
• Good understanding of procurement processes, supplier coordination, quotation analysis, and purchase order follow-up.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, procurement colleagues, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize documentation and manage multiple requests.
• Good analytical skills for comparing prices, reviewing supplier offers, and supporting value-for-money decisions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, in line with the approved salary structure.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Career growth within a dynamic organization.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Application Closing Date

26th October, 2026.