• Application Deadline:
• Position: Procurement Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 6 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  
  

Job Purpose

• Manage end to end procurement processes for all indirect related procurement and oversee direct procurement materials. 


• Tasks will include:
  
  
  
  • Price Negotiations
  
  
  • Cost Model Reviews:
  
  
  • Engage with the deployment of EPDs and NPDs
  
  
  • Be a key contact for all procure to pay activities.
  
  
  • Contract/Schedule and PIR Management;
  
  
  
  

Manage And Implement SAP Related Tasks:

• Ensure quota arrangement is maintained where needed


• Ensure all active materials are set up with valid contracts


• Escalate SAP issues that may require expert handling.


• Ensure contracts data integrity within the system by carrying out periodic data health checks.

Price Trends Monitoring:

• Constant follow up with input raw material market prices and price trends.


• Be engaged with external business environment, foreign exchange movements and government policies to proactively anticipate business impact.


• Conduct due diligence benchmarking within commodities subcategories.


• Internal and External Relationship Management;


• Build effective strategic relationships with key suppliers.


• Engage suppliers effectively and proactively.


• Plan quarterly supplier engagement sessions.


• Plan supplier visits where and when necessary.


• Participate in helping resolve supplier issues and complaints.


• Attend internal cross-functional meetings.


• Attend to requests from other internal and/or external parties.


• Be an effective liaison between internal and external stakeholders.

Create And Deliver Effective Budget:

• Support in the setting up of the materials standard cost


• Deliver yearly spend within budget as aligned with the business.


• Identify, Implement and Deliver Sustainable and Long-Term Savings Opportunities;


• Through the strategy creation process, identify and explore all potential value levers.


• Constantly engage with the suppliers and R&D teams to identify, implement and deliver cost saving opportunities.

Monitor Inventory Levels:

• Participate in the setting of stockholding norms for commodities materials purchased by the organisation.


• Provide corrective action support for inventories that vary from plan.

Academic Qualifications

• A good first degree in social/management/physical sciences


• Possession of a Post graduate degree in Human Resources/Business Administration/Supply Chain Management or related field is an added advantage


• Membership of the CIPS, CILS, CILCS, CISCOM, Lean Six Sigma or any other related professional qualification is required.


• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in a similar role, especially in the FMCG sector

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of Inventory Management


• Knowledge of Cost management


• Knowledge of applicable legislations, as well as policies and procedures


• Demonstrates expertise in Procurement management.