Procurement Officer at Menzon Nigeria Limited

JOB OVERVIEW

Our client requires the services of experienced Procurement Officers to join their Procurement Team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Oversee end-to-end procurement process with adherence to procurement policy, procedures and guidelines.
• Source and manage suppliers and vendors including to maintain and update a database of them on behalf of the organisation.
• Develop procurement strategies that satisfactorily address business needs.
• Periodically evaluate vendor performance and drive competitiveness among vendors.
• Coordinate with departments/end users and establish specifications prior to procurement.
• Approve and follow up on purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery of goods and in good condition.
• Negotiate prices of goods and services to achieve cost effectiveness and value for money pricing arrangements.
• Review contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and demand accountabilities from vendors and suppliers for contractual agreement breaches or SLA gaps as applicable.
• Effectively manage shipment of goods including to liaise with suppliers for proper documentation and timely clearance.
• Build and nurture long-term relationship with key stakeholders.
• Resolve supplier/procurement issues that may arise and implement effective and realistic mitigation strategies.
• Implement best practice reporting methods to ensure availability of updated information regarding procurement activities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurement plans as required.
• Drive continuous performance improvement in procurement processes and systems.
• Anticipate and mitigate supply chain disruptions through market intelligence.
• Manage contract and tendering processes, including to support the design of specifications or drafting of terms and conditions for tenders and contracts.
• Conduct contract/procurement risk assessment to prevent possible losses.
• Control the procurement budget and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree/HND in Marketing, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Possession of relevant professional certification is an added advantage.
• Significant experience of purchasing and procurement across a broad range of environments and professional services.
• Good working knowledge of procurement and contract law.
• In-depth knowledge of tendering processes, invoicing and contracts.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation skills with value for money approach to procurement.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times including to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to ethical standards and high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Professional level verbal and written communication with good report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules.