Ongoing Recruitment at Eden Solutions and Resources Limited

Job Summary

Our client, a New Departmental Store with Retail, Pharmacy, Bakery and Butchery sections in Abuja requires for immediate employment the service of a Supply Chain Manager. The Supply Chain Manager will oversee and manage every stage of the supply flow, from purchasing the raw materials to the delivery of the final product. He/She will ensure the right amount of product is made at the right time, as well as coordinate the storage of the product. Organising the movement of goods from distribution centres to customers and stores involves forecasting trends and managing inventories.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement the company’s overall supply chain strategy
• Determine key supply chain KPIs
• Suggest solutions for process improvements
• Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth
• Identify process bottleneck and implement solutions in a timely manner
• Provide constructive feedback
• Monitor logistics to make sure they run smoothly
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records
• Work with finance, sales, and manufacturing team to determine best vendors and distributors
• Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes
• Resolve issues that come up (e.g. delays in delivery, accidents)
• Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain (e.g. use of trucks)
• Evaluate and report on KPIs
• Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals
• Build and maintain good relationships with vendors.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Business Management or any other related field. An MBA will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years working experience as a Supply Chain Manager in a company
• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes
• Working experience of relevant software (e.g. SAP MM)
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Creative problem-solving
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.

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Job Summary

Our client, a New Departmental Store with Retail, Pharmacy, Bakery and Butchery sections in Abuja requires for immediate employment the service of a Purchaser. The Purchasing Officer will buy products that are essential for the company’s day-to-day operations. He/She will review prices and quality and ensure optimal stock levels. Ultimately, the purchaser will create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure merchandise is high quality and delivered on time. 

Responsibilities

Ø  Purchase items from vendors and suppliers, filling out all necessary purchase orders. 

Ø  Track orders and ensures timely delivery

Ø  Negotiate contracts terms of agreement and pricing.

Ø  Must update Expense Sheet regularly 

Ø  Monthly price comparison to ensure the company gets the best deals. 

Ø  Shop for the best available deals on needed items by looking up prices from multiple vendors and suppliers to find the highest-quality items for the lowest price.

Ø  Process purchase orders, updating digital files as needed to record purchases made, when money has been received, and all other relevant information.

Ø  Monitor and maintain inventory levels, ordering new items as needed to keep the inventory fully stocked and supplied. 

Ø  Ensure that purchased orders are delivered by coordinating with warehouse and transport staff. 

Ø  Locate new vendors and establish working relationships with them. They also maintain existing vendor and supplier relationships. 

Ø  Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses. 

Qualification

• B.Sc. in Business Administration or relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent or similar role in a company
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
• Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• Excellent Negotiation skills