Procurement Officer at SKLD integrated Services LLC

Role Summary

The Procurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing suppliers to support SKLD Integrated Services’ operations across retail, manufacturing, distribution, and project-based procurement. The role focuses on cost efficiency, quality assurance, timely delivery, and supplier relationship management while ensuring compliance with internal procurement policies and ethical sourcing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and onboard vendors for goods, materials, and services in line with SKLD’s operational needs.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and service-level agreements with suppliers.
• Track procurement orders from placement through delivery, resolving delays, shortages, or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, pricing lists, and inventory reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, retail, manufacturing) to forecast demand and plan purchases.
• Monitor supplier performance and recommend improvements or alternative sourcing options.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–4 years relevant procurement experience, preferably within retail, sourcing, manufacturing, or distribution environments.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.