Head, Procurement and Inventory Management Job

Founded in 2009, Nile University is a private multidisciplinary university based in Abuja, and a proud member of Honoris United Universities since 2020. Nile University currently has over 40 undergraduate programmes and more than 50 postgraduate programmes spread across eight best- in-class faculties, in the College of Health Sciences, Law, Science, Computing Studies, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, and Arts & Social Sciences.

Job Location: Jabi Airport Road, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• We are currently looking to engage a highly competent and result-oriented Head, Procurement and Inventory Managementwith strong personal & professional integrity to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• The Head of Procurement and Inventory Management is tasked with managing and optimizing the procurement processes and inventory management system.
• He/she will be responsible for ensuring cost-effective procurement practices, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and supporting the institution's financial objectives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities performed by the employee in this position
He/she is expected to;

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the institution's goals.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and sustainable procurement practices.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and agreements to achieve favorable terms as well as evaluate vendor performance and conduct regular vendor assessments.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Also implement best practices in procurement, including e-procurement systems if applicable.
• Monitor and analyze inventory turnover, identifying and resolving slow-moving or obsolete items and optimizing stock levels by designing & executing efficient inventory management methods.
• Collaborate with finance teams to develop and manage procurement budgets and ensure procurement activities align with budgetary constraints and financial goals.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks while ensuring all procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and institutional policies.
• Lead and mentor procurement team and inventory management professionals to foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.
• Develop and maintain procurement and inventory performance metrics and document regular reports for senior management, highlighting key performance indicators.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of cognate experience, 3 of which must have been in a managerial position.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, best practices, and market trends.
• Experience with procurement software and inventory management.

Note

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Disclaimer: Nile University is an equal opportunity employer and will never demand payment from candidates for employment.
• We caution all applicants to be vigilant against fraudulent solicitations.