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General Responsibilities

• We are looking for an astute procurement Manager who is good at supervising procurement projects; purchasing activities and ensuring that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality.
• The Procurement manager responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining positive supplier relationships,evaluating supply options, approving purchases and maintaining accurate records.

Task
Supervision:

• To supervise the procurement projects
• To oversee and supervise employees and all activities of the purchasing department.
• Monitors business trends and product availability to pay the best price for the company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
• To carefully select suppliers and the merchandise or services needed to meet customers needs
• To supervise the Quality of supplies.

Plan:

• Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services and supplies.
• Following and enforcing the company procurement policies and procedures
• Reviewing, comparing, analysing and approving products and services to be purchased
• Build relationships with existing suppliers and find new ones offering the desired product at competitive prices.

Negotiation:

• Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
• Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
• Maintaining good supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.

Research:

• Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
• Preparing budgets, cost analyses and reports
• Provide information support to other departments in terms of procurement.
• Study the new offers of suppliers
• Determine the types of goods that must be withdrawn from the range or enter into it;
• Ensure that Baobab always have promotional materials from suppliers
• Control the performance of duties towards suppliers; advice sellers and sometimes buyers; control the movement of goods.
• Review supplier claims and resolve conflicts; control product quality.

Additional Responsibilities:

• In case of a decrease in demand for certain products, taking corrective measures with the marketing department.
• Achievement of the required level of turnover
• Business trips for dialogue with suppliers and Procurement
• Research of new markets.
• Fulfilment of individual official assignments of the management.

Requirements

• Degree in Purchase and Supply Management , Procurement, Business Administration, Economics, Development, Economics, Social Science or any relevant Degree
• 3 - 5 years experience as a procurement officer or related position.
• Proficient computer skills , including Microsoft office suite (word, Powerpoint, Outlook and Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and Manage time efficiently.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal oriented, organised team player
• Applicants should reside within the Lagos State (preferably able to work from Yaba Office of the Company).

Skills:

• Must be ethical and has no criminal or ethical or moral records in his or her previous works.
• Analytical, practical mindset
• Excellent negotiation skills
• PC proficiency at the level of the confident user
• Knowledge of the basics of economics
• Understanding of the transport, logistics and customs system.
• Knowledge of English and other languages(depending on the specifics of the company).
• Ability to handle large amounts of information
• Stress tolerance and the ability to quickly make effective decisions
• Knowledge of supplies and contractual terms
• Effective planning and prioritisation skills
• Mastering the basics of working in corporate information systems
• Ability to negotiate
• Possession of practical communication skills
• Solid Knowledge and understanding of Procurement processes, policy and systems.

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Main Responsibilities

• A talented graphic / motion designer who can interpret concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print, online and motion media.
• The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable.
• Collaborating with multiple teams across the Group, the graphic / motion designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design/ visuals that connects.
• The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding, communications, and marketing, and be able to find the right style and layout for every project.
• Have the ability to interpret the Brand Book.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Study design briefs and determine requirements
• Conceptualize design / motion visuals based on requirements
• Prepare and present ideas for online, print and video.
• Develop illustrations, and other designs
• Use the appropriate brand colors and layouts for each graphic / motions
• Work with writers and HOD to produce final design
• Test graphics across various media
• Amend designs after feedback
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and in comformmity with brand rules.
• Update and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and video.
• Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities.
• Work cooperatively with marketing team to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include simultaneous projects.
• Obtain input from HOD to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately

Skills and Specifications

• HND / Degree in Graphic Arts, Design, Communications, or related field
• 0 - 2 years experience.
• Proven prior experience as a Graphic / Motion Designer as well as a strong portfolio of related projects especially with finance Industry.
• Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Figma,Illustrator, Adobe InDesign,Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Corel Draw, InDesign etc )
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to create motion graphics
• A keen eye for details, articulate ideas, designs, and suggestions
• Understand use of photography, stock images and adhering to regulatory frameworks.