Purchase and Store Officer Job at African Industries Group

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 51 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed towards the nurturing and development of the local community.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Purchase and Store Officer

Job Location: Ogijo, Ogun

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Procurement Head to develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the goals and budgets of the department.
• Participate in the planning process to meet inventory needs and accurately forecast demands
• Ensure vendors adhere to stringent quality standards and product authenticity
• Preparing accounts and tax returns
• Placing products on shelves
• Pulling out expired items
• Keeping records of transferred merchandise
• Monitoring spending and budgets and Preparing budget forecasts
• Conducting product research and sourcing new suppliers and vendors
• Sourcing materials, goods, products, and services and negotiating the best or most cost-effective contracts and deals.
• Establishing professional relationships with clients as well as vendors and suppliers.
• Maintain detailed records of inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, returns, and adjustments. Ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Ordering new items
• Maintaining store policies and procedures updated on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Minimum of  HND / B.Sc Degrees in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field is a plus.
• 2 - 3 years of relevant work experience in store management or a similar role.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and systems.
• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent, or similar role
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors)
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Understanding of supply chain procedures.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: martins.atat@africanindustries.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.