Powerex Limited is a reputable company in the provision of electrical and power services in Nigeria. With our team of competent staff, we serve our clients by combining good customer service with sound technical skills. Our responsiveness and professionalism uniquely endear us to our growing clientele. We appreciate that high-quality power availability means a lot to your business, and that is what we are set to ensure. Your electric power concerns are safe in our hands; you may confidently go to sleep.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Line: The Procurement Manager will report to the Executive Director
Job Summary
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services both locally and from overseas at competitive prices, at the right quality and at the right time
Responsibilities
Provide direction for the Procurement & Logistics department
Comprehensive sourcing for optimal local and overseas suppliers in terms of price and technology
Negotiate with potential/short-listed suppliers for contract prices, contract arrangements, delivery and payment terms to achieve the best commercial advantage.
Conduct vendor evaluation and selection as well as monitor vendor performance
Maximizing profitability through effective purchasing strategies
Send approved purchase orders to suppliers, monitor all approved orders and ensure timely delivery
Administration, collation and control of all procurement transactions and documents in the procurement logbook
Prepare and submit weekly procurement report
Review supplier proposals and invoices
Discuss engineering-related procurement items with the engineering department to ensure a reduction in turn-around time
Daily/weekly market intelligence
Ensure prompt offloading and checking the warehouse to ensure proper storage
Document, coordinate and oversee team members’ compliance with policies, processes and procedures
To ensure and carry out negotiations and reviews of prices in favourable terms to the organization to drive cost reduction
Enhance credit sales from reliable vendors
Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, suppliers and clients
Encourage continuous process improvement in competitive bid and tender practices
Develop and maintain inventory control procedures and track inventory levels
Manage claims and losses
Track and report budgets by month, budget variance, and actual budget
Ensure materials, equipment, and services are available when needed
Any other duties assigned.
Requirements
First Degree qualification
Experience with local and foreign procurement
7 Years experience
CIPS certification or similar certifications are an added advantage
Candidate must have held a supervisory role
Strong understanding of technical products, services, and equipment relevant to the industry.
Experience in project management and supply chain management
Strong knowledge of OEMs
Knowledge of bid tendering is an added advantage
Ethics and integrity
Willingness to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
Skills:
Procurement Management skills
Good negotiation skills
Persuasion skills
Supplier Management skills
Planning and Budgeting skills
Analytical mindset
Numerical skills
Attention to detail
Organising skills
Time management
Ability to work without supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in the use of basic Microsoft Office Suite Applications
Ability to multitask
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
Ability to use procurement software
Leadership abilities.
Application Closing Date
24th May, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.