We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Team Lead, Strategic Sourcing and Logistics
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Drive continuous improvements in supply chain processes for Hardware Procurement and Services Procurement.
Vendor Management:
- Establish and maintain solid relationships with key IT equipment distributors.
- Own and manage vendor contracts for Netcom/Netfinity, ensuring favorable terms.
Collaboration and Negotiation:
- Act as the Supply Chain focal point, collaborating with Heads of Technology & Innovation and Operations.
- Lead sensitive negotiations and liaise with external stakeholders on critical projects.
Contract Management:
- Oversee the end-to-end contract management process, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
- Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to optimize contract terms.
Supplier Evaluation and Re-evaluation:
- Establish, organize, and maintain a robust process for evaluating and re-evaluating major suppliers.
- Ensure supplier performance aligns with quality and cost competitiveness criteria.
Asset Management:
- Maintain an overview of records of equipment orders and deliveries.
- Ensure proper reconciliation of company assets within and outside Lagos.
Internal Control and Continuous Improvement:
- Overview of processes to ensure internal control over Logistics, Procurement, and Inventory.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the supply chain function.
ERP System Compliance:
- Ensure accurate registration of purchasing costs in the ERP system.
- Align purchasing processes with the Company’s internal accounting procedures.
Requirements
- Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Proven experience (typically 7 – 10 years) in progressively responsible roles within supply chain management, with a focus on procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations.
- Leadership Experience: Previous experience in a leadership or managerial role, demonstrating the ability to plan, direct, and evaluate supply chain processes and teams.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the Internet services and managed IT services industry is preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in supply chain management or related fields are a plus (e.g., Certified Supply Chain Professional – CSCP).
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Deadline: December 31, 2023
Job Features
Job Category | Team Lead |