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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Purchase Officer / Procurement Assistant
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- As a Purchase Officer / Procurement Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the procurement of goods and services essential for our company’s operations.
- Your primary objective will be to support the Purchase Officer in ensuring that all purchases are made in a timely manner, meeting quality requirements while achieving cost-efficiency.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Assist the Purchase Officer in identifying procurement needs and requirements of various departments.
- Support in researching and sourcing suppliers/vendors, negotiating terms, and obtaining competitive quotations.
- Follow instructions from the Purchase Officer and execute procurement tasks as assigned.
- Assist in evaluating supplier/vendor proposals and selecting suitable options based on quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
- Aid in the preparation and processing of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Assist in monitoring and tracking order statuses, and communicating with suppliers/vendors to resolve any issues or delays.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, prices, inventory levels, and other relevant data.
- Conduct market surveys as assigned, gather information on product/service availability, prices, and trends.
- Perform data entry tasks as required, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of entered data.
- Collaborate with team members and contribute to process improvements within the procurement function.
Requirements / Qualifications
- OND, HND, or B.Sc Degree in Business Development, Economics, or a related field.
- 0 – 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management roles.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers/vendors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and results-driven attitude.
- Knowledge of market survey techniques is an additional advantage.
- Familiarity with data entry tasks is also an advantage.
- Must reside in or around Victoria Island, Lagos. (Candidates residing outside this area need not apply.).
Benefits
- Gross salary range: N60,000 – N100,000.
- Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage.
- Pension scheme.
Application Closing Date
28th February, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume / CV and a Cover Letter to: [email protected] using “Purchase Officer / Procurement Assistant Application” as the subject of the mail.
Note: Only candidates residing in or around Victoria Island, Lagos, will be considered.
Deadline: February 28, 2024
Job Features
Job Category | Procurement Assistant |