Job Description
Job Identification: 1489
Location: Nigeria (Hybrid)
Job Category: Operations
Job Summary
- The Procurement Specialist - Category is responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement activities for assigned categories, ensuring optimal value for the organization.
- This role involves engaging with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, identifying and managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, driving cost savings, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
Essential Duties
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned procurement categories to drive cost efficiency and operational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop category-specific procurement plans.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
- Conduct supplier negotiations to secure the best pricing, terms, and conditions.
- Track and report on savings achieved and develop plans for continuous improvement.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using performance appraisal system to drive corrective actions where necessary.
- Manage supplier risks and ensure business continuity.
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Promote procurement best practices and educate stakeholders on procurement policies and processes.
- Act as the primary point of contact between procurement and user departments for assigned categories.
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams on procurement-related matters.
- Facilitate month-end procurement reports in Oracle.
Requirements
- Four (4) years relevant working experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Professional Qualification in CIPS is an added advantage.