Procurement Officer

My client is the largest online distributor of beer, spirit, and wine in Nigeria. They are currently in need of a PROCUREMENT OFFICER.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Sourcing supplies by preparing purchase orders for purchases of supplies to be made.
  


• Conducting price comparison from time to time to ensure we get the best deals, lowest pricing and promotions from suppliers.
  


• Overseeing the logistics of purchase requests by the company.
  


• Preparing pricelists at different margins and sending them to different organizations.
  


• Ensuring that prices and inventory on the website and the sales software are updated from time to time.
  


• Ensuring stock doesn’t run out before ordering from suppliers.
  


• Evaluating new brands and determine if the brands are in demand Onboarding new brands.
  


• Providing input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility.
  


• Coming up with new innovative ideas technologically, statistically an in every other way that adds value to the role and the organization at large.
  


• Ensuring that promos on the website and sales software are constantly updated and reports are sent at intervals.
  


• Checking supply invoices to ensure it correlates with the items being supplied.
  


• Checking supplies to confirm the expiry dates are very far from the supply date, confirming that the right VAT value reflects on supply invoices and purchase orders are attached to the supply invoices.
  


• Submitting comprehensive and accurate weekly report that encompasses all purchase reports and projections.
  


• Prepare detailed reports on price comparisons and increases, stock movements and frequency of purchase.
  


• Evaluate new inventory to ensure it’s ready for shipment.
  


• Perform daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.
  

JOB REQUIREMENT

•  Degree in accounting, business management, Finance or a similar field preferred.
  


• 3+ years of experience as a procurement officer or in a similar position.
  


• Ability to use Microsoft office (especially Excel), ERP and analyze data proficiently.
  


• Data analysis skill is an added advantage.
  


• Ability to pay great attention to details and strategic thinking skills
  


• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
  


• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  


• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  


• Supervisory and management skills.
  


• Attention to detail.