Procurement Officer at Simeon's Pivot

Expected Duties and Responsibilities

• Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
• Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality
• Ensure all contracts are put to tender and are evaluated by the Purchasing Committee
• Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
• Work with Team members and Managers to complete duties as needed.
• Attend industry trade shows.

Requirements

• Degree in Bio Chemistry, Civil Engineer and any other related discipline.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Any additional qualification in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar position preferably in a FMCG industry
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)Excellent organizational ability, flexibility, confidentiality and attention to detail
• Excellent command of English
• Understanding of contractual law
• Cost Optimization, Value Engineering and cost modeling experience
• Working Days: Monday to Friday(Saturday; based on the need)
• Candidate must be ready to travel outside Lagos

Skills:

• Good networking skills.
• Good presence and presentation skill.
• Knowledge of the industry rules and regulations.
• Result driven attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Good carriage.
• Reporting skills
  

Salary
Negotiable