Purchase & Tender Administration Specialist at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC)

Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) - Buoyed by a mission to redefine customer experience and be the provider of choice wherever energy is consumed, the Ikeja Electric (IE), Nigeria's largest power distribution network, came into existence on November 1st, 2013 following the handover of the defunct Power Holding Company Of Nigeria (PHCN) to NEDC/ KEPCO Consortium under the privatization scheme of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Purchase & Tender Administration Specialist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time

Job Objective

• As the Purchase & Tender Admin Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless procurement operations and tender management processes at Ikeja Electric.
• This role supports the organization by optimizing sourcing strategies & coordinating tender to enhance operational efficiency.

You’ll contribute to

• Annual Material Planning: Consolidate purchase items for the Annual Material
• Plan to ensure strategic alignment.
• Strategic Sourcing: Drive sourcing initiatives to optimize procurement in line with organizational goals.
• Purchase Administration: Close out purchase requests and prepare purchase orders efficiently.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements aligned with the GSSP model for continuous improvement.
• Bid Management: Coordinate bid evaluation processes, including forming committees, preparing reports, and awarding contracts.
• Negotiations and Contracting: Engage with bidders in negotiations and finalize contract awards.
• This role supports Ikeja Electric's mission by ensuring efficient procurement and tender processes, driving operational excellence, and enabling impactful decisions.

Requirements
Education:

• Education: BSc/HND in a relevant discipline.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Membership in a recognized organization related to procurement/tendering is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of GSSP.

Minimum Requirements:

• This opportunity is a Middle level management role. The complexity of this role involves collaborating across all functions and departments to ensure efficient tendering and procurement operations.
• This role reports directly to the Procurement Lead. Successful candidates will typically meet the following criteria:

Skills & Competencies:

• The role affords you to develop technical and behavioural competencies which refer to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors required to
• successfully perform in the role and contribute to the organization's goals.

Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in data entry and collation.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.
• Vendor management and selection expertise.
• Effective stakeholder management.
• Purchasing and procurement knowledge.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
• Builds strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective negotiations.
• Organizational Skills: Manages multiple procurement tasks efficiently, maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Resolves procurement challenges with practical, strategic solutions.
• Business Acumen: Aligns procurement strategies with organizational goals, optimizing costs and performance.
• Self-Motivation: Works independently with initiative and accountability to deliver results.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online