Procurement / Vendor Manager at Stivlon Consulting

Stivlon Consulting is your strategic partner in building high-performance teams and unlocking individual potential. We are passionate about finding the perfect fit, the talented individuals who elevate your company and the fulfilling career paths that ignite professional growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement / Vendor Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: On-site (Full-time)

Job Description

• The Vendor Manager plays a key role in overseeing the sourcing, evaluation, and performance of all vendors involved in event execution. 
• This includes managing relationships, ensuring quality service delivery, and negotiating favorable terms to optimize costs. 
• The ideal candidate will have 3 – 5 years of experience in the events industry, a deep understanding of the local supplier landscape, and strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities
Vendor Sourcing & Contracting:

• Identify and onboard trusted vendors for key services: décor, catering, printing, logistics, audio-visual, equipment rental, etc.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing terms to ensure competitive rates and service guarantees
• Maintain and regularly update a vendor database with documentation, contracts, and performance records
• Stay informed on new vendors, products, and service trends relevant to the events industry

Vendor Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and all third-party vendors
• Foster long-term relationships with vendors to ensure reliability and preferential service
• Address and resolve disputes or service delivery issues efficiently
• Ensure timely vendor payments by coordinating with Finance and Procurement

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Monitor and enforce vendor adherence to service quality, timelines, and event standards
• Conduct inspections and evaluations during supplier deliveries and event setups
• Ensure vendor compliance with internal policies, safety regulations, and contractual obligations
• Perform regular audits and reviews of vendor performance metrics

Procurement Support & Coordination:

• Collaborate with Event Planners to anticipate material needs for each project
• Coordinate timely procurement and delivery of supplies, rentals, and services for events
• Troubleshoot last-minute vendor issues during event setup and live execution
• Assist with contingency planning for vendor-related risks

Reporting & Cost Management:

• Track vendor costs and compare against budgets to flag variances
• Report on vendor reliability, quality ratings, and performance KPIs
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved service through vendor analysis
• Provide insights and recommendations to management for vendor optimization

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Event Management, or a related field
• Familiarity with procurement best practices and the Lagos supplier market
• Experience supporting large-scale or high-profile events is a plus.
• 3 – 5 years' experience managing vendors in the events or hospitality industry
• Proven track record of vendor negotiation, performance management, and cost control

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and procurement software.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities
• High attention to detail and a solution-oriented mindset

Salary
N250,000 – N300,000 Monthly.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail

Application Deadline 24th April, 2025.