Assistant Procurement Manager

Fadac Resources – Our cleint is a multinational certified training institute with branches scattered all around Africa. They serve businesses, schools, and communities in Dubai, South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, and Malaysia. They also have large network of trainers who are certified by international curriculum providers to deliver world-recognised qualifications.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Assistant Procurement Manager

Job Location: Lagos
Job Purpose

• The Procurement Assistant Manager will procure goods and services in compliance with our client’s procurement policies and procedures.
• He or she collects pro-forma invoices on approved purchase requisitions, prepares offer analysis and makes recommendations.
• Once the purchase order has been completed, the procurement assistant will follow up to assure delivery.
• He or she maintains procurement data including supplier list and standards of goods and services, and ensures the effectiveness of procurement in timely and cost effective manner. Plays an integral role in ensuring a company sticks to budgets and operates profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of procurement plan
• Tracks all PRs and determine price competitiveness without sacrificing quality or delivery times
• Identifies and researches potential new suppliers
• Responsible for collection of proforma invoices and presents to the supervisor for further processing or approval
• Inquires immediately for more specifications from requesting units if the purchase request is not clearly specified and completed
• Assist in conducting vendor sourcing and documentation of vendor documents
• Inform supervisor immediately if asked to compromise integrity by any vendor or other
• Liaise with key company employees to determine their product and service needs
• Receives approved Purchase
• Requisitions (PR) for procurement of goods and services

Job Requirements
Qualifications / knowledge:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field

Experience:

• 2-3 years’ experience

Skills:

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent written and oral communication, in English
• Excellent Microsoft Office
• Ability to work under pressure
• Planning and scheduling skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to interact, professional with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.