Senior Procurement Officer Job at Khenpro Global Services

Khenpro Global Services is a human capital organization based in Lagos, Nigeria. We provide human resources services to various clients in different sectors. Our Recruitment and Outsourcing Services have helped improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our clients' service delivery. Our main focus is to enhance client organizations by providing quality services on various aspects of their human resources, allowing the organization to focus on its core issues.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Procurement Officer
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a highly organized and commercially savvy Senior Procurement Officer to support procurement operations within our business.
• The ideal candidate will assist in managing vendor relationships, optimizing sourcing strategies, and ensuring the consistent availability of quality food ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies.
• This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution to support seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with business goals and operational needs.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for food ingredients, packaging materials, kitchen equipment, and restaurant supplies.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring quality, timely deliveries, and cost control.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics—cost, service, quality, and compliance.
• Help manage procurement documentation—purchase orders, contracts, invoices—and ensure policy compliance.
• Work closely with the finance team to reconcile supplier accounts and resolve billing issues.
• Support demand planning and inventory management in collaboration with outlet managers and warehouse teams.
• Track market trends, pricing, and availability of key ingredients and materials.
• Support procurement audits and compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (e.g., NAFDAC, HACCP).
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements across the procurement cycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6years of progressive experience in procurement, preferably in QSR, foodservice, FMCG, or hospitality sectors.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills.
• Good knowledge of supply chain systems, vendor management, and inventory controls.
• Proficiency in procurement/ERP software
• Understanding of food safety and quality standards in a restaurant or food production context.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to solving procurement challenges.

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