Procurement / Maintenance Officer at Westbridge Energy and Lubricants

Job Summary

• The Procurement/Maintenance Officer would be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing goods and services required by the organization.
• The role ensures cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations; inclusive of facilities maintenance of the organization, responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing facilities and equipment to ensure operational efficiency, safety compliance, and minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers/vendors based on quality, price, and delivery speed
• Prepare and process purchase orders and contracts
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments to forecast needs
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentations
• Evaluate suppliers/vendors performance and manage relationships
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and legal requirements
• Conduct open market research to explore price options and cost-saving opportunities
• Handle procurement-related issues and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure proper functioning of lighting, water supply, power systems, vehicle maintenance and air conditioners.
• Monitor building conditions and recommend improvements
• Conduct routine inspections on official vehicles, machines, equipment etc
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all assets
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Business Management or any related field.
• 4 - 7 years of relevant experience in Procurement roles.
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing & maintenance
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational abilities
• Understanding of contract management and supplier /maintenance evaluation
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Must have work in a good organization on similar role.
• Male preferable, ages from 27 – 37 years old
• Must reside around Ikeja, Ojota, Ketu and its environs.

Key Competencies:

• Negotiation skills
• Vendor management
• Financial awareness and budgeting
• Problem-solving abilities
• Time management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Reliability and responsiveness
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Teamwork and coordination.