Job Openings at Baobab Microfinance Bank

Direct Supervisor: Admin/Expansion/Facility Manager

General Responsibilities

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

Tasks
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 customer needs.
• To supervise the Quality of supplies.

Plan:

• Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Following and enforcing the company's procurement policies and procedures.
• Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, 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 relations 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• determine the types of goods that must be withdrawn from the range or enter into it;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; advise sellers, and sometimes buyers; control the movement of goods and the timing of shipment of goods.
• review supplier claims and resolves conflicts; control product quality.

Additional Procurement Manager 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
• Fulfillment of individual official assignments of the management

Qualification And Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Development Economics, Social Science or any relevant degree to Procurement.
• Minimum 1-2 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, organized team player.
• Applicants should reside within the vacant region

Skills:

• 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 prioritization 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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Direct Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer

Mission

• Lead and guide a strategic Digitization of Baobab’s commercial business leveraging technology and drive the fintech execution capabilities in alignment with strategic initiatives consistent with Baobab’s culture.
• Lead the sales and marketing activities of the organization.
• Lead Digitization of Baobab Nigeria.
• Build a dedicated team to drive digital capabilities, program management and associated change management across the enterprise. As a strategic leader, this role leverages deep understanding of digital business processes and technology application to design and deliver appropriate transformation programs.
• Lead the following teams for the purpose of effective digitization of the business - business intelligence, digital strategy, digital channels, change management, digitization program management and serve as a key member of the Leadership Team.

General Responsibilities

• Accountable for transformative design, deployment, and integrated delivery of Baobab’s next generation business solutions.
• Lead the technical design, deployment, transition, and ongoing support of the solution.
• Identify and manage multiple vendors required for the delivery during the program.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to identify new and emerging technologies for digital transformation.
• Build the initial commercial transformation team and provide leadership and vision for direct reports within the team.
• Lead and motivate a high-performing team of senior managers, individual contributors and external resources.
• Collaborate across boundaries to define and execute business priorities.
• Lead the creation and refinement of key strategies within the scope of the role.
• Provide leadership to teams in managing business transformation initiatives/projects.
• Provide oversight for multiple digital solutions from vendors, custom solutions and internal resources.
• Identify and implement key metrics and monitors to ensure project and initiative deliverables are achieved.
• Organize and lead a highly technical global team for scale and growth.
• Drive the delivery of Baobab’s commercial business objectives.

Required Profile

• Minimum of M.BA/M.Sc; additional qualifications and certification in relative business schools or equivalent will be additional advantage.
• You have a minimum of 5/8 years Microfinance banking and job related experience;
• Experience in leading digital strategy and projects; Experience in microfinance would be a plus (but not an obstacle);
• You are known for your rigour, your organisation and the relevance of your analyses;
• You show a true passion for digitization, and a real appetite for transformation.
• Your excellent communication skills allow you to build strong relationships with our partners and to participate in various committees.

Application Closing Date
19th November, 2019