Procurement Officer, DSR Numan at Dangote

Job Summary

The Procurement Officer supports procurement operations at DSR Numan by managing day-to-day purchasing activities, supplier engagement, and documentation. The role ensures compliance with procurement policies, supports the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, and enables continuous availability of materials for agricultural, factory, and fleet operations.

Key Responsibilities (Duties & Responsibilities)

• Identify, prequalify, and engage approved suppliers, especially for agro-services, spare parts, and field operations.
• Request and evaluate quotations from vendors for both operational and project needs.
• Prepare comparative bid analysis and recommend cost-effective and technically suitable options.
• Review Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) using SAP MM.
• Coordinate approval workflows and ensure timely issuance of POs.
• Follow up on order confirmations and monitor delivery timelines to site.
• Liaise with logistics, warehouse, agriculture, and finance teams for delivery tracking and invoice processing.
• Support local sourcing and vendor development to improve supply reliability within the Numan region.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in SAP and physical files.
• Generate procurement reports, spend analysis, and vendor performance reviews.
• Support contract administration and supplier relationship management.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and internal controls.
• Support audit activities by providing required procurement documentation.

Key Focus Areas (Numan Specific)

• Agricultural inputs and chemicals procurement
• Fleet and heavy equipment spares
• Local vendor development and engagement
• Site logistics coordination

Competencies Required (Qualification & Experience)

Competency Level: Level 2 – Contributing / Intermediate

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or HND in Engineering, Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply, Economics, or related field

Experience:

• Minimum of Two (2) years of procurement experience
• Experience supporting field/agricultural or plant operations is an advantage

Technical Skills:

• SAP MM proficiency
• Vendor management and contract administration
• Basic negotiation and cost analysis