• Application Deadline:
• Position: Procurement Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  


• Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month
  

Role Summary

• The Procurement officer will be directly responsible for managing procurement of local materials and equipment, and electronic appliances.


• The job duties will include monitoring current inventory, work with existing and new vendors to procure materials/equipment for operational use, and appliances business, schedule and expedite deliveries, maintain complete and accurate record of all purchases.

Key Responsibilities

• The primary aim of the role is to assist stakeholders in planning, developing, sourcing, and managing procurement activities to effectively meet the organization and business objectives.

General

• Conduct sourcing activities, analyze quotations, and negotiate with the suppliers to obtain the best value and encourage long-term relationships.


• Evaluate requests from different business units and plan for the procurement and enforcing the company’s procurement policies.


• Pre-qualify new vendors and carry out due diligence according to the standard operating procedures. Onboard new and the most efficient local logistics partners for remarkable delivery improvement.


• Coordinate the delivery of items ordered, working closely with the supplier and logistics partners to ensure timely delivery within stipulated timelines.


• Maintain and update procurement records and generate reports on procurement activities and provide access to procurement information.


• Identify, mitigate, and escalate procurement risks to enable the organization to meet its obligations and maximize business opportunities.


• Maintain good and robust supplier relationships and escalate any challenges encountered.


• Implement new initiatives and processes to improve the responsiveness and agility of the supply chain unit.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Attributes

• Minimum of an HND or bachelor’s in supply chain management, Engineering, or a relevant field of study.


• Minimum of 3 years of proven work experience as a procurement officer or specialist.


• Membership of CIPS is an added advantage.


• Experience in a similar role, preferably in a solar energy company or FMCG is a key requirement.


• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence decisions.


• Ability to think and solve problems and work collaboratively.


• Impeccable time management & ability to plan and prioritize tasks and manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.


• Great relationship management


• The ability to evaluate and convey complex information to others in an effective manner through concise communication skills and clear presentation skills in both verbal and written contexts.


• Dependability, attention to detail, cooperation, stress tolerance, concern for others, initiative, self-control, and independence are the desired prerequisites.