Bridgemead Consulting is recruiting on behalf of its client, for the position of Procurement Officer. The procurement officer will oversee purchasing activities of our client organization and ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. The procurement officer's responsibilities also include maintaining positive supplier relations, evaluating supply options, approving purchases, and maintaining accurate records.
To be successful as a procurement officer you should have an analytical mind and keep up with product and service trends. Ultimately, as the procurement officer, you should be able to ensure that all purchases comply with company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
● Oversee all activities of the purchasing department.
● Establish business partnerships with suppliers.
● Negotiate with external vendors and maintain good supplier relations.
● Monitor and analyze key functional metrics that help minimize costs.
● Develop and implement risk management strategies.
● Enforce the company's procurement policies and procedures.
● Review, analyze, and approve products and services to be purchased.
● Manage inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records.
● Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
● Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
Qualifications & Professional Experience
● BSc in Accounting, Business Management, or other relevant courses.
● Minimum 3 years + work experience as a Procurement Officer or similar role.
● Proven work experience in the FMCG industry, within a supermarket (added advantage).
Core Skills &Abilities:
● Solid knowledge of purchasing software, and third-party management software.
● Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suites.
● Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
● Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Financial and numerical skills.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and negotiating skills.
● Strong attention to detailand ability to work autonomously.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: ₦150,000.00 per month
