Job Summary
Responsible for strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most cost-effective deals and to reduce procurement expenses
Responsibilities
Identify and implement sourcing strategies that aid the achievement of the company’s goals
Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure good and advantageous terms
Control the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs
Assist the Maintenance Manager in supervising repairs
Manage vendors’ database for optimization
Manage inventory and maintain agreed stock level to ensure availability of resources when required
Negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines with vendors and suppliers to ensure company’s interest is protected
Conduct market surveys from time to time to ensure the company gets the best prices for goods and services
Monitor and update relevant departments regarding price fluctuations of goods and vendor pricing. Process purchase orders and ensure appropriate approvals before goods are purchased
Ensure high quality of goods purchased and received
Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures
Ensure all procurements are within the budget; maintain procurement budget
Work closely with the legal department to ensure contract terms are favourable to the company
Process vendor payments accurately and on time
Plan, manage, and evaluate logistics operations, liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies, and customers
Supervise teams of staff, including cleaners, maintenance, and security, ensuring that basic facilities needs, such as water and electricity, are available
Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
BSc / H.N.D in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related discipline
Professional certification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Management (CIPS) or any other relevant professional body is an added advantage
Minimum of 6 years of experience.
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Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.
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