Procurement Officer at Oolu Solar

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Job Description
Day-to-Day Procurement:

• Provide facility support in the sourcing of consumables for Oolu’s offices and sites such as retail outlets etc.
• Liaise with departments and vendors to obtain and update information on various tasks.
• Ensuring the office is stocked with necessary supplies and all equipment is working and properly maintained.
• Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other business operations.
• Ensure operations adhere to procurement policies and regulations.

Strategic Procurement Management:

• Improve procurement processes
• Negotiate with suppliers
• Ensure the development and maintenance of a vendor and supplier database for the various products and services procured by the company
• Ensure supplier analysis & supplier performance management
• Define contracts with suppliers including rates, SLAs, etc.

Customs & Clearing Management:

• Oversee and coordinate the timely and efficient custom’s clearance of the company’s consignments at the Ports (and Airports)
• Ensure the accurate preparation and documentation of all import documents, which include but may not be limited to form M, SONCAP Certificates (Product and Conformity) and PAAR Documents (Pre-Arrival Assessment Report), Insurance Certificates, Duty Advice etc.
• Liaise with Customs Broker to ensure the timely clearance of the company’s consignments from the Ports/Airports and delivery to our warehouse.
• Coordinate and investigate charge-backs such as shortages, lost/damaged goods in transit and missed deliveries etc.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Management or any related field
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar role
• Proficient in the use of MS office applications
• Passionate about social missions and motivated by Oolu’s mission
• Ability to plan and keep track of multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication skill
• Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be dynamic, smart, enthusiastic and energetic
• Must possess analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong relationship management skills.