Procurement Officer at Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative (YEDI)

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
4 years ago

Additional Details

Job ID
660
Job Views
107

Job Description



Job Description



  • Ensure full knowledge of the process for receiving procurement requests, processing, and following up on the deliveries.

  • Receive Procurement Requisition Forms after being registered, reviewed by the Finance/Admin officer and responsible staff.

  • Ensure the necessary approvals are obtained before execution.

  • Procure goods and services efficiently and exceed compliance standards seeking the best value for money.

  • Assist in conducting appropriate solicitation (for goods and services, etc.) following the organization’s guidelines.

  • Establish and maintain sound working relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

  • Ensure compliance with organizational and donor policies.

  • In liaison with the supervisor and program and finance team, coordinate preparation, evaluation, analysis and approval of bids and tenders.

  • Building and managing effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to achieve common goals.

  • Take minutes of and coordinate the Procurement Evaluation Committee agenda, meetings, etc.

  • Streamline procedures and resolve problems related to procurement processes in his/her custody.

  • Consolidate and circulate Bi-Weekly procurement status reports to user departments.

  • Follow up with vendors for timely deliveries,

  • Liaise with the requestor to ensure proper delivery including technical pre-delivery inspections is appropriately carried out.

  • Issuance of purchase order in a timely manner, liaising with vendors and internal stakeholders at the time of confirming an order.

  • Compile all the documentation and forward for payment, following up with Finance to ensure timely settlement of invoices.

  • Ensure that for all procurements, copies of documents are retained and filed.

  • Ensure that all procurement and contract trackers are updated retained and filed.

  • Ensure that the monthly procurement and contracts reports are updated and sent.

  • Act as the contact person for filing and retrieving all documents in procurement.

  • Continuously monitor requisitions to ensure that proper procedures are followed, and policies are enforced.

  • Any other duties as assigned.


Qualifications



  • Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in procurement, supply chain management or related field.

  • A clear understanding of procurement policies, ethics and compliance are essential.

  • Good interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and cooperatively with team members, strong organizational skills, and a high sense of responsibility.

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and prioritization skills.

  • Good computer skills are required, knowledge of MS Office programs, especially in MS Excel.

  • Positive and communicative attitude.

  • Willingness to learn and to progress professionally.


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