Procurement Officer I

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer I

Location: Dangote Cement I Coast

Job Description

• Responsible for evaluating suppliers, products, and services; negotiating contracts; and ensuring that approved purchases are cost-effective and of high quality.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Research potential suppliers
• Compare and evaluate supplier offers
• Negotiate contract terms and prices
• Purchase products that are essential for our company's daily operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders as necessary.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay abreast of industry trends.
• Contribute to the overall performance of the department by achieving the targets set for it
• Participate in all performance evaluations organized within the organization (mid-year and end-of-year PMS review)
• Attend training courses organized to strengthen skills
• Review prices and quality and ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and prepare reports (e.g., on orders and costs).
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Check the quality of purchased products.
• Enter order details (e.g., suppliers, quantities, prices) into internal databases.
• Maintain records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Prepare purchasing reports, including cost analyses.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the section head.

Job Profile
Education and Professional Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or a related field.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar role.

Skills and abilities:

• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislation relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of inventory management terminology, methodologies, and approach
• Basic knowledge of systems-based inventory management systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and quality
• Willingness to learn, improve, and adapt to changing needs
• Working knowledge of relevant support tools and technologies such as MS Excel, SAP (SF).
• Good knowledge of DCCI's product and service offering.
• Good knowledge of supplier sourcing practices (research, evaluation, and liaison with suppliers)
• Practical experience in software purchasing (e.g., SAP)
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and perform cost analyses
• Negotiation skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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