• Application Deadline: Mon, 6 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Associate Buyer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Edo


• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  

Responsibilities

• Driving procurement processes according to set requirements and budget


• Assisting stakeholders with the selection of the right product mix.


• Writing, placing, and tracking purchase orders.


• Ensuring products are purchased at the right time, to specification, and at a good price.


• Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships.


• Researching new suppliers and making recommendations to stakeholders.


• Planning, monitoring and maintaining suitable inventory levels.


• Preparing budgets and forecasting purchasing trends.


• Keeping internal stakeholders informed of procurement activities and progress through collaborative working and proactive communication


• Work independently with minimum supervision, conferring with supervisor(s) as needed


• Maintain and manage vendor database and ensure the accuracy of supplier classifications


• Contact suppliers to ensure that all purchase orders are received and deliveries are shipped on time;


• Maintain constant contact with vendors and shipping companies while deliveries are in route;


• Notify supply chain and operators teams in a timely manner if a critical delivery is going to be late;


• Deliver all purchase orders to vendors either by phone, overnight mail or email;


• The resource is responsible for procuring food, beverages, and other logistics requirements of the lounge


• Evaluating vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers;


• Work with vendors to solve invoicing issues that could delay critical shipments;


• Responsible for tracking competition, execution, credit memo follow-up from vendors;


• Follow up on grand opening related category activities (e.g., purchase order management).

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field preferred.


• Previous experience in the merchandising or retail industry is a plus.


• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) applications;


• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, adapt, negotiate and manage a project(s).;


• Strong Communication with all levels of management and peers, both internally and externally.