Procurement Officer at Lekki Freeport Terminal

Position Summary

• With the supervision of the procurement supervisor, this position is expected to support the delivery of processes and procedures set in the procurement team to achieve results in a timely manner, as non-delivery has a direct impact on the terminal's ability to function.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the procurement supervisor, monitors the level of inventory, supplies of equipment and equipment parts for the company.
• Files purchase requisitions.
• Keeps record of tender of bids and ensure appropriate fillings.
• Follows procedures for procurement policy made by the CFO.
• Complies lists used in selecting vendors based on capabilities, performance, and consistent quality assurance.
• Maintains rapport and good working relationships with vendors; keeps accurate vendor records.
• Follows the process set for purchase orders as necessary and ensures delivery of purchased items uninterrupted.
• Performs other purchasing or inventory control duties as necessary or as requested.
• Ensures that he/she follows the proper inventory control system put in place and carefully monitors stock positions, reports levels and obsolescence of stock.
• Carry out regular stock reviews with the store team and check‑ups to confirm actual quantities, spot shortages early, and ensure materials are available when needed.
• Monitor and manage auto‑PRs generated from inventory levels, making sure they are accurate, timely, and align with technical and operational requirements.

Critical Qualifications

• Requires a College Degree in Business Management, or a related discipline. Some formal instruction in engineering or an engineering-related experience is helpful.
• Requires at least one year of purchasing experience in the private industry, preferably in shipping or transportation industry.
• Have knowledge of procurement practices and principles.
• Understanding ofERPand some complexity between Inventory, Procurement and Finance systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Exercise sound business judgment to set direction and establish priorities.
• Requires verbal and written communications skills in English at the advanced level.
• Requires analytical skills, including the ability to extract, compile and analyze data.
• Must be able to understand basic finance and accounting principles to control budgets & costs.
• Knowledge of contract laws and conditions.
• Very high ethical standards.

Learning & Career Opportunities:
In this position, the incumbent will have an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge in the following areas:

• Exposure to inventory management, technical procurement, and terminal operations in the maritime sector.
• Exposure to related terminal operations training and knowledge-sharing sessions.