Procurement Manager at Blume Nigeria Limited

Job Purpose

• To oversee the sourcing and procurement of Garri for BDL, ensuring a steady supply of high-quality products at competitive prices.
• The role involves managing supplier relationships and coordinating timely deliveries to the Sagamu factory in line with production requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing:

• Identify and engage dependable suppliers of Garri (white and yellow variants as required).
• Procure Garri in required volumes based on production demand.
• Ensure consistent quality and uninterrupted supply in line with company standards.

Vendor Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local Garri producers and aggregators.
• Continuously review supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Broaden the supplier base to reduce supply risk and enhance sourcing flexibility.

Pricing & Negotiation:

• Negotiate favorable prices and payment terms without compromising on quality.
• Track market trends and Garri price fluctuations to optimize cost efficiency.

Logistics & Delivery Coordination:

• Manage logistics to ensure prompt delivery of Garri to the Sagamu factory as required.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to prevent stock shortages or excess inventory.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly procurement updates, including volumes, pricing insights, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities and agreements in line with audit requirements.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree with 5 - 7 years of work experience.

Personal Attributes:

• High integrity and accountability
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure
• Familiarity with local markets and rural sourcing environments is an added advantage.