Procurement Manager

Responsibilities:

• Identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Oversee the creation and management of purchase orders for both local and foreign supplies, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Cost Management: Analyze costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize procurement spending.
• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, monitor their performance, and address any issues or concerns.
• Inventory Management: Collaborate with relevant departments to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Compliance: Ensure procurement activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
• Team Leadership: Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to the procurement team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Reporting: Generate reports and analyze data to evaluate procurement performance, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously review and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in business administration, Engineering, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a demonstrated ability to lead procurement teams and deliver results.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria or Certification in Supply chain management are added advantage.
• Age: 30-45 years.
• Effective team leadership skill
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
• High Integrity
• Working knowledge of procurement process, supply chain dynamics, and relevant regulations.
• Familiarity with market trends and supplier management best practices.

Remuneration: NGN 900,000