Procurement (Assistant) Manager at Lumos

Profile

• We are the biggest player in the solar renewable energy sector, we are looking for a resourceful Procurement (Assistant) Manager with a startup mentality and a mature disposition.
• The ideal candidate for this role combines having specific knowledge on import and export of goods with the ability to hands-on run a procurement function that sources goods and services with the right quality at the right price.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Import and export of goods, including customs clearing and sourcing for air and sea freight service providers.
• Set up procurement function in line with international best in class standards.
• Lead procurement process and ensure for on time delivery of the agreed goods and services against the best possible price.
• Maintain professional relationship with the vendors focused on continuous improvement of the contractual terms, based on a win-win approach.
• Lumos specifically invites both experienced Procurement managers as well as talented Procurement officers to apply as the Company is a firm believer that excellence, commitment and maturity are not a function of age or job title but are a function of talent and drive to be successful.

Specific Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and manages the international and local procurement activities
• Manages the import/export process from door-to-door and hands-on manages all parties involved. This includes communication with foreign vendors, shippers, and agents.
• Owns the process for local ordering and purchases of goods and services for all the departments and manages the PO/PR process in our ERP system.
• Develops strong relationships with the supplier/vendor community that allows for long term positive growth and better quality and pricing.
• Negotiates strongly to ensure best combination of quality, price, and payment terms.
• Implement procurement policies and enforcing agreed SLA on vendors and contractors.
• Partner with all stake holders to provide quality service and positive (internal) customer experience.
• Ensures that vendors follow up from queries from stakeholders as queries are escalated.
• Be consistent in aligning all activities with our Governance procedures.

Requirements and Qualifications

• HND / B.Sc Degree or equivalent
• Solid understanding of and hands-on experience with import/export processes
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a procurement officer/manager or related position
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate in a professional and mature manner with local and foreign vendors
• Pro-active personality
• High sense of ownership of the allocated tasks
• Feels responsible for his/her own success and the success of the company
• Accurate and precise, attention to detail and structured work approach
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Uncompromisable integrity.