Procurement Manager
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Procurement Manager is a key role responsible for overseeing all procurement activities
- This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and optimizing procurement processes to achieve cost savings and efficiency.
- The Procurement Manager will play a critical role in establishing a robust and transparent procurement framework that supports Movenpick Hotel Ikoyi strategic objectives.
Role Responsibilities
Vendor Management:
- Identify and evaluate potential vendors based on quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
- Develop and maintain a database of approved vendors.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Manage vendor performance and resolve any issues or disputes.
Procurement Process Design and Implementation:
- Design, document, and implement comprehensive procurement policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement processes for engaging with vendors, including RFQ/RFP processes, bidding, and contract management.
- Ensure that procurement processes are efficient, transparent, and compliant with ethical standards.
- Establish and maintain a system for tracking and reporting on procurement activities.
Process Utilization and Compliance:
- Ensure that all employees who engage vendors adhere to established procurement policies and procedures.
- Provide training and support to employees on procurement best practices.
- Monitor compliance with procurement policies and identify areas for improvement.
Checks and Balances:
- Implement internal controls to ensure the integrity of the procurement process.
- Conduct regular audits of procurement activities to identify and mitigate risks.
- Ensure the set system for approving and authorizing purchases are followed
- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all procurement transactions.
Strategic Procurement:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and improve efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to leverage economies of scale and negotiate better pricing.
- Analyze procurement data to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
- Stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in procurement.
- Such other duties in respect of the Company as may be reasonably assigned by your team manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3 - 5 years of progressive experience in procurement and vendor management, preferably in an educational institution or non-profit organization.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing procurement policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships.
- Experience in implementing checks and balances and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
- A verifiable track record of achieving cost savings and improving procurement efficiency.
Functional Skills:
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
- Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and systems.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Financial acumen and budgeting skills.
- Strong understanding of risk management and internal controls.
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations related to procurement.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Ethical and professional conduct.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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