Supply Chain Senior Associate at Oando Plc Full Time

Job Title: Supply Chain Senior Associate

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time
Reports To: Supply Chain Senior Specialist
Supervises: Supply Chain Analyst

Purpose

• Effect quality and timely service delivery that meets or surpass internal client’s expectations within the company’s approved policies and procedures while saving cost for the Company.

Scope of Responsibility & Accountability

• Administration: Support the Head, Supply Chain & Services to implement and ensure the OER Procurement policy and process is adhered to at all times- Review of NTB Memo, TB Memo, BPA Memo, Present Contract Award Recommendation to Tender Board Members for their Approval or Rejection, etc
• Administration: Supervise and direct the activities of the Procurement Analyst.
• Buyer: Negotiate effectively with vendors to achieve a win-win that fosters a healthy relationship with our key suppliers
• Contracts Administration: Review of contract documents, Negotiate Contract Terms and Pricing, finalizing contracts etc
• Cost Savings: Audit and Review JV Partners spend on MMD Activities, Attend NAOC JV Negotiation Meetings
• Bids and Tender Administration: Issue RFQs/ITTS for Tenders.

Major Responsibility Areas:

• Data Handling: Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and other important data.
• Product Purchases: Purchasing goods and services in line with the the Procurement Policy
• Communication with the Suppliers: Via the issuance of RFQs, RFPs, ITTs etc.
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
• Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
• Ensure that the products and supplies are of high quality
• Working with team members and Head, Supply Chain and Services to complete duties as needed

Other Responsibility Areas:

• Annual Budgeting and budget Monitoring of JV Partners Spend
• Budget compliance
• Reconciliations
• Liaising with Finance for vendor payments

Education, Work Experience, Core Skills Requirements

• CIPS Membership (or any other equivalent Supply Chain Professional Body)
• A good 1st Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower from a reputable University preferably in Business Administration or any other related field with Business/Social Science background
• Minimum of 6 years work experience in supply chain in a structured business environment
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Sound Knowledge of Oracle ERP System
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Consistent ability to meet and adhere to deadlines
• Result-oriented, creative, lots of initiative & drive, sound ethical values.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player

Competency Requirements:

• Numeracy
• Self-Initiative /Decision Making
• Service Orientation & Social Perceptiveness
• Organizing and Time Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Judgment & Decision Making
• Negotiation Skills
• Written/Oral Communication Skills
• People Management Skills
• Timeliness
• Adequate Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Team Player
• Sound work Ethics
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Customer Service
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Professionalism
• Good Communication Skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.