Procurement Assistant (Partnership) at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Duties

• Conduct market research to locate potential and reliable suppliers capable of creating and delivering value to the institute in delivering required goods/services/works.
• Develop requests for Proposal/Quotation and Expression of Interest (EOI, RFP/Q).
• Assist in technical and commercial evaluation and analysis of EOI, capability presentation, negotiation, and award recommendation.
• Assist in strategic procurement planning and implementation.
• Help follow up on initiating payment to supplier’s performance.
• Assist in identifying alternate products or processes to support Supply Chain sustainability initiatives.
• Provide essential procurement and related support services.
• Adopt using latest technology and electronics tools to improve operations.
• Manage Supply Chain website and monthly newsletter.
• Assist the Head Supply Chain (HSC) in organizing supply chain training programs for Hubs/Stations.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Public or Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Have strong negotiation skills, good time management skills, strategic thinking, and risk management skills.
• Have a good understanding of the supply market intelligence and must be familiar with technology and systems for procurement.
• Have the ability to collaborate effectively and have performance metrics analysis skills.

Remuneration

• We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.