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  • Posted: Jan 27, 2023
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Schneider Electric develops technologies and solutions to make energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green. The Group invests in R&D in order to sustain innovation and differentiation, with a strong commitment to sustainable development.
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    Projects & Service Buyer - Lagos, Nigeria

    The successful candidate will be responsible for:

    • To manage, develop and administer Supply Chain activities within the West Africa & Sub Sahara region. This role encompasses responsibility for Project Resale materials and inter-company purchases.  
    • To provide procurement expertise and leadership, contribute to the development of strategy and policy, drive continuous improvement, and sustained high performance.
    • To adapt purchasing strategies through effective vendor relationship management, contract & project management, as well as maintaining positive business relationships with both internal and external customers.

    Your Role – Magic happens when you bring great people together!

    • Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) as necessary.
    • Perform bid analysis and make recommendations.
    • Negotiate supplier agreements and contracts including commercial and contractual terms.
    • Mitigate risk during supplier selection and negotiation.
    • Develop supplier relationships including the provision of performance metrics.
    • Develop a supply base compatible with company objectives and future needs.
    • Provide support to internal customers on all third-party and logistics-related issues.
    • Manage and undertake the administration of procurement procedures including the use of SAP.
    • Mitigate invoice queries and resolve payment issues.
    • Ensure compliance with all regional and global policies, procedures, and quality accreditations.
    • Provide regular reports and metric data as necessary.
    • Drive continuous improvement in all areas of supply chain activity and participate in improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
    • Promote integrity, professionalism, and adherence to ethical standards.
    • Leverage global supply chain resources and knowledge to deliver best-in-class solutions.
    • Develop, and assist with the development of, new policies, procedures, and strategies and drive compliance within the organization.
    • Manage inter-company purchases in line with corporate objectives.
    • Manage logistics and inventory in line with Project requirements to minimize cost, increase efficiency and reduce obsolescence.
    • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including import/export tariffs and documentation, trade compliance, customs, and revenue.
    • Manage and undertake expediting activities across all third-party and inter-company supply chains.  

    Qualifications

    About You

    • Minimum 3 years experience in a position with responsibility for procurement of:
      - 3rd Party Project resale materials and services                      
      - Negotiation of agreements including terms & conditions                 
    • Strong knowledge of procurement practices, regulations, and policies.       
    • Strong knowledge of contract types, contractual terms and conditions, and experience in negotiating and developing contracts with suppliers.
    • Strong negotiation skills.
    • Experience in international sourcing and development of global supplier relationships.
    • Strong team player with experience in participation in cross-functional team improvement activities.
    • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within an organization and across all disciplines.
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to make decisions and manage time effectively.
    • Sound understanding of other business functions, particularly Project Management and Finance.
    • Experience in using integrated ERP systems including modern procurement tools such as SRM.
    • Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or a relevant field of study.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Schneider Electric Nigeria on careers.se.com to apply

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