• Application Deadline: Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Procurement Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦100,000 - ₦150,000/month
  
  

The Procurement Officer serves as

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Sourcing and Relationship Management

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers and vendors.


• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers.


• Build and maintain longterm relationships with key suppliers.

Purchasing and Contract Management

• Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts for goods or services.


• Ensure all purchases align with the company’s budget and policies.


• Monitor vendor compliance with contractual obligations.

Market Research

• Analyze market trends to identify costsaving opportunities. 


• Research new products, services, and suppliers to enhance procurement efficiency.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured items meet the required quality standards. 


• Address and resolve issues with defective or noncompliant goods.

Risk Management

• Mitigate risks in the supply chain by identifying alternative sourcing options. 


• Ensure timely delivery of goods to prevent operational disruptions.

Reporting and Analysis

• Generate reports on procurement performance, savings achieved, and supplier reliability.


• Provide insights to management on procurement strategies.

Key Skills 

• Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to negotiate favorable terms, prices, and contracts with suppliers.


• Analytical Thinking: Capability to analyze market trends, supplier proposals, and costsaving opportunities.


• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.


• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address and resolve issues such as delivery delays, defective goods, or pricing discrepancies.


• Time Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.


• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with procurement software and inventory management systems and Understanding of supply chain processes and logistics.


• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in processing purchase orders, contracts, and supplier documentation.


• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues.


• Decision-Making Ability: Confidence in making purchasing decisions that align with company goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.


• At least 3 years’ experience in this role or similar roles


• Proven experience in a clientfacing role, ideally in sales, account management, or customer service.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.


• Problemsolving abilities and a customerfocused mindset.


• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple client accounts.


• Preferably Male Applicants

Other Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).


• Ability to travel as required to meet suppliers or attend site visits.


• Familiarity with procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.


• Experience with ERP systems or procurement software.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated.


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.


• Able to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.