The institution was conceived as Africa’s first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a ...
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The Manager, Purchasing & Procurement reports to the Director Administration and will be charged with the responsibility of interpreting, administering and explaining the University’s Policies, Procedures, Regulations and Guidelines on procurement.
The responsibilities include writing specifications for the creation of public solicitations for goods and services needed by the University
Interacting with the department’s personnel to process purchase orders through the OpenErp Platform (ERP)
Reviewing service contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of the American University of Nigeria; and directly negotiating acceptable contract terms and conditions for the purchase of Goods and Services for the American University of Nigeria.
Additional responsibilities include locating vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interviewing them in order to determine product availability and terms of sales
Preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment
Interpreting, administering and explaining federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines governing procurement activities; writing specifications for the creation of public solicitations for goods and services;
Preparing bid documents, handling bidding process, analysing all bid results, negotiating legal contracts and forms;
Implementing goals and objectives and methods for management of purchasing activities; and executing the bidding process according to AUN policies and procedures.
Requirements
B.Sc. or HND in Business Administration/Management (Master’s degree will be an added advantage) with at least 3 - 5 years’ work experience in risk management.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, industry knowledge with ability to conduct research in order to identify and keep current with industry and market developments.
Self-starter with ability to work individually and as part of a team. Strong oral, written communication and decision making skills.
Computer knowledge and other analytical tool will serve as a plus.
AUN is an equal-opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion, and marital status.
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