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Job Description
You will manage local purchasing functions by sourcing operational goods and services from suppliers for One Acre Fund farmers and office teams. The team fulfills all the procurement needs necessary for the proper functioning of One Acre Fund’s program.
Responsibilities
- Research
- Conduct market research to source operational goods and services at the best value for money
- Reinforce our supplier database through market research
- Assess prevailing market prices to estimate financial savings made through the Procurement team
- Maintain long-term business relationships with our suppliers
- Purchase
- Manage requests for quotations, supplier selection, and purchases
- Negotiate for the best prices and payment terms for all purchased goods and services to ensure cost savings our organization
- Follow-up with the Finance team to make sure suppliers are paid on time
- Manage supplier and category management activities
- Deliveries
- Ensure reception of goods or delivery of services are done on time to meet set delivery timelines
- Collect all purchases’ supporting documents from suppliers and share with
- Processes
- Support procurement process improvement projects
- Work with internal departments to develop procurement plans
- Identify opportunities for cost savings through upstream supplier relationships Career Growth and Development
Qualification
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Economics or other related disciplines.
- At least 2 years of experience in procurement/supply chain
- Knowledge of different sourcing strategies, such as global and local sourcing, single-sourcing, and the ability to choose the most suitable strategy for specific procurement needs
- Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Knowledge of contract development, management, and administration, including drafting terms and conditions, ensuring compliance, and handling contract disputes
- Awareness of relevant laws and regulations related to procurement, including procurement ethics, import/export regulations, and contractual obligations
- An understanding of financial concepts, budgeting, and cost control to ensure that procurement activities align with our financial goals
- The ability to maintain relationships with suppliers, including managing performance, addressing issues, and fostering collaboration
- The ability to identify and assess potential risks in the procurement process, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure business continuity
- Microsoft Office and G-suite proficiency
- English proficiency
Location: Nigeria.
Apply: NIGERIA PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR
