Procurement Officer - Abuja at The Place

We are a leading QSR in the Hospitality sector seeking a Procurement Officer to manage sourcing activities at our outstations. The Executive would visit major markets, Farms and supplier locations to find reliable vendors, negotiate prices, and ensure items are bought on time and at good cost. The role also involves using ERP tools for processing purchase orders and request, requires regular travel to Identify new vendors, monitoring of vendor performance and consistent research/market survey to stay updated on price changes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify Farm Produce/items that are cheaper to buy in outstation regions or more cost-effective to bring in from other regions
• Research and identify markets and supplier hubs within your outstation to find quality vendors for all food and non-food items.
• Vet and register new vendors and distributors, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policy.
• Process daily outstation Purchase Request and Purchase Orders using the ERP system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Monitor market trends and price changes regularly and share insights with the Procurement Manager.
• Keep proper records of all purchases and coordinate with warehouse, inventory, and finance teams for smooth procurement operations.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Admin, or related field.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in QSR, hospitality, or FMCG.
• Field experience with vendors in local and rural markets.
• ERP knowledge (esp. Microsoft Dynamics 365) and strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word for reporting.
• Willingness to travel often and work independently.
• Hausa or Yoruba fluency is a plus, depending on the region.