Procurement Manager

About Olam Agri

Olam Agri supplies food, feed and fibre to meet rising demand and a shift to protein-based diets, particularly in Asian and African countries. Headquartered in Singapore and present on all continents, our value chains include farming, processing and distribution operations, as well as a sourcing network of an estimated 2.5 million farmers. Our teams have built leadership positions in many Olam Agri businesses, including rice, flour, animal feed, sesame, cotton, wood, and more. As a purpose-driven company, we aim to contribute positively to the prosperity and well-being of people along our supply chains, the protection and regeneration of our natural resource base, and the fight against climate change.

Responsibilities

• Spearheading volume procurement operations: Managed significant volumes of purchases annually, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition.
• Full-cycle expertise: Handling complete purchase process from sourcing to logistics, including managing suppliers across the Nigeria region.
• Stakeholder engagement: Building strong relationships with key stakeholders including government officials, buyers, and cooperatives.
• Market analysis and planning: Mapping regional potential and market trends to inform strategic buying decisions.
• Performance-driven: Consistently delivering on key performance indicators (KPIs) for volume, gross cost per metric ton (GC/MT), and profit before tax (PBT).
• Strategic sourcing: Developing and executing buying strategies aligned with factory and export needs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and market competitiveness.
• Quality assurance: Implementing innovative practices to acquire the highest quality raw materials at competitive prices.
• In-depth knowledge: Developing a deep understanding of product grades, blends, and regional dynamics.
• Operational excellence: Optimizing supply chain efficiencies to become the industry's "sharpest buyer," while maintaining high-level operational efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Management Graduate from one of the premier institutes with 2-3 years of handling procurement/ supply chain & operations in Agri business industry / Commodity industry, developing and managing an efficient procurement network as per distribution strategy.
• Strong communication and leadership qualities
• Proven track record of success in managing high-volume and complex procurement operations.
• Strong understanding of international trade regulations and market dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.