Procurement Manager at Estrada International Staffing Solutions Full Time

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing (Alcoholic Beverages)

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded Procurement Manager to join our team.
• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the cost-effective acquisition of raw materials, packaging materials, and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize cost efficiency, supplier quality, and delivery timelines.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on their ability to meet our company’s quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and logistics, to align procurement efforts with company objectives.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain and manage any supplier-related issues promptly.
• Implement and oversee procurement processes and policies that adhere to relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. An MBA or relevant professional certification will be a plus.
• Proven experience in procurement, preferably within the alcoholic beverage industry or a related field.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost savings and favorable supplier contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain and procurement best practices, including supplier evaluation and risk management.
• Familiarity with market dynamics, trends, and pricing in the alcoholic beverage industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools for data analysis and contract management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a procurement team.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work effectively under pressure.

Salary

• Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.