Procurement Manager at a Leading Chain of Pharmacies - Work Dey HR Services

Work Dey HR Services - Our client is a leading chain of Pharmacies dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare products and services to their customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager 

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is seeking a well experienced and strategic Procurement Manager to join their team, responsible for managing procurement activities across our pharmacy chain.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve business objectives, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

Supplier Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of quality products and services.

Tendering and Contract Management:

• Manage the tendering process, including RFQs, RFPs, and contract negotiations, to ensure best-value agreements.

Category Management:

• Develop and implement category management plans, ensuring optimal procurement outcomes for assigned categories.

Procurement Operations:

• Manage the procurement process, including purchase order management, inventory management, and logistics coordination.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, identifying and mitigating procurement-related risks.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze procurement data, providing insights and recommendations to inform business decisions and drive process improvements.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics, finance, and operations, to ensure alignment and effective communication.

Budgeting and Cost Management:

• Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring cost-effective procurement outcomes and alignment with business objectives.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Certifications: Professional certification in procurement, such as CIPS or ISM, is an added advantage.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations, including the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) guidelines.
• Skills: Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement software, such as ERP systems.

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex procurement issues and develop effective solutions.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary
N700,000 - N800,000 Monthly.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: A very competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Dynamic Work Environment: A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Recognition and Reward: Recognition and reward for outstanding performance.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover letter to: career.wsl@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.