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Recruitment for a Procurement Officer in a Global Oil and Commodities Trading Company


Rovedana Limited - Our client is a global oil and commodities trading company that trades and markets oil, refined oil products, gas and renewable energy products in African and worldwide markets with offices in Lagos, Abuja and London. They are also active in the sourcing and supply of metals, metal ores for global industrial customers. They are recruiting to fill the position below:       Job Title: Procurement Officer Location: Lagos Job Description

  • The Procurement Officer is responsible for the supply of products and services essential for the company’s operations by identifying the most cost-effective solutions and suppliers.
  • The job holder will develop and deliver sourcing strategies, manage vendors and suppliers, and work with employees to optimize spending and achieve departmental and corporate goals within budget.
  • S/he supports the HR & Admin Officer in carrying out the daily administration activities of the company.
Key Responsibilities Procurement Management:
  • Manage the daily operations of the office to ensure that the material and service requirements of the Company are met in a timely, efficient, effective and ethical manner
  • Liaise with the different departments to ascertain requirement
  • Ensure necessary endorsements and approvals are obtained for all materials or job requisition
  • Ensure adherence to good procurement practices across the organization, and compliance with the organisation’s procurement policies and procedures.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and posting of procurement transactions
  • Forecast likely levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and monitor stock levels
Sourcing:
  • Ensure clear communications of business requirements during sourcing to ensure alignment of all parties to corporate/business objectives
  • Monitor vendor agreements, vendor performance requirements and product performance expectations
  • Monitor product/service quality, timelines and other applicable performance measures
  • Ensure organizational adherence to contract terms and other service conditions; ensure timely payment of vendors and suppliers
  • Identify potential suppliers and manage existing suppliers; build and maintain good working relationships
  • Negotiate and secure contracts for supplies and other product and service requirements
  • Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors/criteria
Research and Analysis:
  • Lead research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules and quality; procurement and relevant trends and practices as well as their implications for the business
  • Continually evaluate products and services offered by existing and prospective vendors.
  • Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities
Administration:
  • Ensure the maintenance of office buildings and its facilities
  • Manage supplier/vendor relationships and maintain records of service contracts
  • Maintain office equipment and fixed assets in good running condition.
Records Management:
  • Maintain files related to purchase orders, purchasing, vendors, bids, quotes and other correspondence
  • Collating data and report on realized/cost savings and cycle time
Requirements
  • A university degree (minimum of second class lower)
  • Procurement/Professional certification will be an added advantage.
  • 2 - 4 years’ experience in Purchasing or Procurement function
  How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] The Subject of the mail should be “Procurement Officer”. Note: Only qualified candidates with the requirements will be contacted   Application Deadline  31st May, 2019.