Senior Procurement Specialist Job at PalmPay
PalmPay is a pan-African Fintech company currently operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania and expanding to other markets this year. We are reinventing the payment experience by making it easy and reliable for everyone to transfer money, pay bills and shop online.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Position: Senior Procurement Specialist
Job Location: Opebi, Lagos
Job type: Full Time
Main Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement specialists, providing guidance and fostering their professional growth.
- Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and manage supplier relationships to maximize value and minimize risks.
- Analyze procurement data and generate reports to track performance, identify trends, and propose improvements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify procurement needs, establish specifications, and evaluate potential suppliers.
- Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify reliable and competitive vendors.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms of the agreement to ensure favourable conditions for the organization.
- Stay updated with industry trends and procurement and supply chain management best practices.
Person Specification
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications are a plus.
- Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data for informed decision-making.
- Proficient in using procurement software and tools.
- Ability to lead a team, delegate tasks effectively, and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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