• Application Deadline:
• Position: Procument Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , OND



• Experience 2 - 4 years



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Procurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing supplies and merchandise required for the smooth operation of the supermarket.


• This role ensures the right quality, quantity, and price of goods, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and complying with company procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Sourcing:

• Source and purchase supermarket goods (groceries, perishables, non-food items, consumables).


• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to ensure best value.


• Prepare and process purchase orders in line with approved requisitions.


• Ensure timely delivery of goods to avoid stock-outs.

Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers.


• Negotiate prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules.


• Maintain accurate supplier records and contracts.


• Resolve supplier-related issues (short deliveries, poor quality, delays).

Inventory & Stock Control:

• Work closely with Store/Warehouse staff to monitor stock levels.


• Support demand forecasting and re-order planning.


• Ensure proper documentation for goods received (GRNs).


• Minimize overstocking, wastage, and expired items.

Cost Control & Compliance:

• Ensure purchases stay within approved budgets.


• Prevent unauthorized purchases and fraud.


• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies.


• Support internal and external audits when required.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate procurement records (POs, invoices, delivery notes).


• Prepare procurement reports (daily, weekly, monthly).


• Track price changes and supplier performance.


• Reconcile supplier invoices with deliveries.

Coordination & Communication:

• Liaise with Accounts for payment processing and reconciliation.


• Work with Operations and Sales teams to understand product needs.


• Support emergency or urgent purchases when necessary.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Stock availability rate


• Cost savings achieved through negotiation


• Supplier delivery performance


• Accuracy of procurement documentation


• Reduction in expired or wasted items

Qualifications & Experience

• OND/HND/BSc in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field with 2–4 years’ procurement experience, preferably in retail or supermarket operations.


• Knowledge of local suppliers and market pricing is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills


• Good analytical and cost-control ability


• Attention to detail and record-keeping skills


• Integrity and ethical judgment


• Basic computer skills (Excel, inventory systems)