Procurement Officer at Lagos Food Bank Initiative

Lagos Food Bank is a non-profit, nutrition-focused initiative committed to fighting hunger, reducing food waste and solving the problem of malnutrition through targeted programs that seek to improve the nutrition/food intake of pregnant women and their infants who are not able to get the required nutrient during pregnancy and breastfeeding of their babies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Position Overview

• We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to manage sourcing, purchasing, and inventory of food and supplies.
• This role will ensure cost-effective, ethical, and timely procurement to support our mission of feeding the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the food bank’s goals.
• Oversee inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse and distribution teams.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with organizational policies and donor requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare regular reports.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers, vendors, and donors for food and non-food items.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, timely delivery, and compliance with agreements.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Knowledge of procurement regulations, ethical sourcing, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and procurement software.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics (nonprofit or food industry experience preferred).
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter outlining their suitability for the role to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.