Procurement Officer

Job Description: The qualified applicant will take ownership of negotiating pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers whilst minimizing cost for the company, adhering to the management policy, standards and loyalty to the company’s visionResponsibilities

Maintain and implement construction performance / budget for each project
Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers
Issue purchase orders for procurement and expedition of materials and equipment for job.
Meet subcontractors and suppliers on-site as necessary
Ensure compliance to project budgets and provide analysis of deviations
Ensure accurate takeoffs to ensure budgets are accurate
Research new materials for design and cost savings
Maintain subcontractor and supplier insurance policies
Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification
Maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
Establish new relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of work
Assist in ensuring awareness and company compliance to all building codes and local construction guidelines
Assist in maintaining company quality control program
Assist in settling invoice or contract disputes
Handle change order requests
Forecast upcoming demand
Create spreadsheets with vendor & product or service comparisons of prospective suppliers to support management decisions.
Establish stocking criteria, replenishment levels, inventory management, and tracking and reporting procedures.

Education & Experience
 

A good first degree in Purchasing & Supply, Business Management, Economics, or other related fields obtained from a reputable institution.
Professional certification in Purchasing & Supply Management is a plus.
Minimum of 7 years’ experience 5 of which must have been spent in a procurement function within a real estate environment is compulsory.

Skills & Competencies
 

Excellent cost control skills
High level of Integrity
Excellent written & oral communication skills
Strong Negotiation/Bargaining Skills
Dependable/Reliable
Good grasp of the Nigerian real estate marketing environment
Computer literacy especially in MS Word, Excel, etc.
Strong Analytical Skills
Physical & Mental Alertness

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