Procurement Manager 184 views1 applications

General Summary

The Procurement Manager will oversee purchases and develop new contracts. He/She will play a key role in procuring high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for the organization by following procurement procedures, maintaining an updated list of current and incoming inventory, and be responsible for approving purchases.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
• Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality
• Maintain and update a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
• Ensure all purchasing dossiers are complete and properly filled before archiving;
• Work with team members and procurement manager to complete duties as needed
• Monitor deliveries to the department/bases/programs
• Will also work with state staff for all state procurement and administration conducted or supported in Abuja
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social or Management Sciences, Master’s degree preferred.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a procurement officer or related position
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with staff in other locations
• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Good verbal and written communications skills and ability to draft and deliver timely quality evaluation reports.
• Fluency in English required; Fluency in any local language in the project state will be an advantage.