Procurement Manager

Job summary

The organization seeks a highly experienced Senior Procurement Manager to direct sourcing strategy, oversee supplier relationships, and ensure cost-efficient procurement across all business functions.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Senior level Experience Length: 5 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - Flexible Hours Applicant Location: Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Formulate and implement procurement strategies in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Direct the sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and contractual management of suppliers.
• Provide supervision and professional development to a team of procurement officers and analysts.
• Identify and pursue cost-reduction opportunities while upholding quality and regulatory compliance standards.
• Establish and maintain productive, professional relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Monitor prevailing market conditions and assess supplier risk to inform sourcing decisions.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to organizational policy and relevant statutory requirements.
• Liaise with finance, operations, and other departments to accurately forecast procurement requirements.
• Compile comprehensive procurement reports and present performance metrics to senior management.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or a closely related discipline is required.
• A Master's degree (MBA or MSc in Supply Chain Management/Procurement) is considered advantageous.
• Professional certification, such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), or CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional), is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in procurement or supply chain management is required, including no fewer than two (2) years in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in the negotiation and management of supplier contracts is essential.