Job Description
Job Purpose
- The Procurement Officer is responsible for managing the end-to-end process of acquiring goods, works, and services required for property development, construction, and facility operations.
- The role ensures that procurement activities are conducted efficiently, ethically, and cost-effectively, while maintaining compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and project timelines.
- The position plays a key role in supporting project execution through effective sourcing, contract management, vendor performance evaluation, and risk mitigation—thereby ensuring value for money and continuous supply chain reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Planning & Needs Assessment:
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors to identify and forecast material, equipment, and service requirements for construction projects.
- Develop and maintain annual and project-based procurement plans aligned with budgets and schedules.
- Prepare and process purchase requisitions, requests for quotation (RFQs), and purchase orders (POs).
- Ensure procurement aligns with approved budgets and internal control procedures.
Vendor Sourcing & Management:
- Identify, prequalify, and maintain a database of reliable vendors (suppliers, contractors, and service providers).
- Conduct market intelligence on pricing, material availability, logistics trends, and supply risks.
- Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, warranties, and delivery conditions with vendors.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using established KPIs (quality, delivery, compliance, responsiveness).
- Ensure vendor compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (CAC, Tax Clearance, PENCOM, ITF, NSITF, HSE, etc.).
Tendering & Evaluation (Procurement Documentation and Reporting):
- Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, including contracts, delivery notes, invoices, and purchase records.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services to requesting units.
- Prepare and submit periodic procurement reports and inventory updates to the Procurement Manager.
- Coordinate and manage the Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation to Tender (ITT), and bidding processes.
- Prepare tender documents, evaluation criteria, and ensure transparency in selection.
- Conduct bid openings, perform technical and financial evaluations, and prepare recommendation reports for management approval.
Contract Administration & Procurement Execution:
- Draft, review, and track supplier and contractor agreements in liaison with the Legal and Finance teams.
- Raise and manage Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and ensure necessary approvals are obtained.
- Monitor contract performance, delivery schedules, and compliance with terms and conditions.
- Resolve issues relating to late deliveries, shortages, or product non-conformities.
Logistics & Delivery Coordination:
- Coordinate the transportation, shipping, and delivery of construction materials and equipment to project sites and ensure the smooth handover of goods.
- Provide procurement support for both office operations and project execution as required.
- Liaise with logistics partners, freight forwarders, and clearing agents for imported goods.
- Maintain delivery documentation (Delivery Notes, Goods Received Notes, Vendor Invoices).
- Ensure proper storage, inspection, and distribution of materials at receiving points.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Work with Quality Assurance and Site Teams to verify material specifications and compliance with technical standards.
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, ethical standards, and environmental sustainability practices.
- Support internal and external procurement audits with complete documentation and records.
Cost Control & Reporting
- Ensure all procurement activities achieve value for money and remain within approved budgets.
- Track procurement performance metrics such as lead time, supplier scorecards, and order fulfillment rate.
- Prepare and submit regular procurement reports, market analyses, and spend summaries to management.
- Support finance in invoice verification and prompt vendor payment processing.
Risk Management & Stakeholder Coordination
- Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related risks such as price volatility, delivery delays, or vendor defaults.
- Maintain strong communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders (Project, Finance, Legal, Operations).
- Support dispute resolution, contract enforcement, and termination processes when necessary.
- Uphold confidentiality and integrity in all procurement transactions
- Any other assigned Task
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Procurement turnaround time (from requisition to delivery).
- Cost savings achieved versus budget.
- Supplier performance and delivery reliability.
- Level of compliance with procurement policies and audit outcomes.
- Stakeholder satisfaction with procurement support.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement Management, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- Master’s Degree in Procurement/logistics related field is an added advantage.
- Professional certification is an advantage (e.g., CIPS, NIM, NIQS, PMP).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a real estate or construction environment.
- Demonstrated experience in vendor management, tender evaluation, and contract administration.
Knowledge & Competencies:
- In-depth understanding of procurement regulations, contract management, and supply chain principles.
- Knowledge of real estate and construction procurement processes, including due diligence and tendering.
- Familiarity with Nigerian public and private sector procurement laws and regulatory agencies.
- Proficiency in procurement or ERP software (SAP Ariba, Tradogram, Procurify, or similar).
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to transparency and accountability.
Core Attributes:
- Integrity and discretion.
- Attention to detail.
- Proactive problem-solving approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.