Contract and Procurement Specialist in a Leading Fashion House

Job Title: Contract and Procurement Specialist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• This role involves negotiating contracts with vendors, managing commercial agreements, and sourcing and pre-qualifying suitable suppliers.
• They seeking a results-driven Contract & Procurement Specialist to develop and execute its contract and procurement strategies, delivering value within expected timelines and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate contract records, documentation, and reporting
• Oversee procurement processes from sourcing to delivery (procure-to-pay)
• Source, pre-qualify, and evaluate vendors and suppliers
• Manage end-to-end tender processes, including documentation and bidder evaluation
• Monitor vendor performance and support resolution of contractual issues
• Monitor inventory trends and support the availability of critical materials
• Collaborate with internal teams to support operational and project needs
• Develop and implement contract strategies aligned with business objectives
• Coordinate contract execution, tracking, and compliance with timelines
• Drive cost optimisation and ensure value-for-money procurement
• Conduct supplier due diligence and comparative analysis of bids
• Ensure purchase orders align with budgets and agreed terms
• Verify quality of goods/services and resolve discrepancies
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including commercial terms and risk allocation

Person Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree/HND (CIPS or relevant certification is an advantage)
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in contracts and procurement
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.