Direct Buyer (Raw Material) at Alfred & Victoria Associates

Job Summary & Purpose

• The role of the Direct Material Buyer is to act as a point of contact towards the internal customer for Procurement related enquiries, support local purchasing requests in collaboration with the Regional Category organization, and manage efficient contracts implementation.
• Works with business, end users, in the Operating Country (OC) and act as a valued and trusted Business Partner. Works with global or regional Category teams to implement contracts locally and to provide local specifics on demand.
• Works with suppliers as needed and ensures other regulatory compliance for all processes in scope.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for the Procurement function in-country.
• Be the face of the source-to-pay process to in-country leadership/Supply Chain and other stakeholders
• Diffuse and ensure the respect of the Procurement procedures and Policies.
• Guarantee efficient use of the purchasing systems by all users providing them assistance when necessary.
• Build up solid information sharing and collaboration routines with local Supply Managers to facilitate effective cross-functional interactions for direct
• Act as first escalation point for local business users and drive resolution in line with Procurement policies.
• Coordinate local contract implementation tasks.
• Coordinate and participate in the execution of the contract implementation plan.
• Lead the phase out of the old contracts and procedures.
• Act ethically and comply with legal requirement associated with the role
• Raise questions and concerns when faced with an ethical or compliance issue.
• Apply integrity in all aspects of professional conduct.
• Provide insights on local supplier market.
• Support with local supplier qualification assessment.
• Support with the development of the contract implementation plan.

Academic Qualification

• A minimum of HND / BSc Degree in Engineering, Social Sciences or any other numerate disciplines.
• Graduate Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria (CIPSMN) is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 3-5 years post qualification experience (in a manufacturing environment) in procurement.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Analytical/ Numerate skills
• Effective communication skills.
• Multitasking skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management Skills
• Clear understanding of distribution channels.

Salary
Very Attractive.