General Tasks and Responsibilities


Manage the buying process for a given set of goods in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.
Develop and maintain a strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing and sourcing concepts.
Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations
Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible
Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required
Undertake research on and evaluate existing and new suppliers
Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues


Relationship Management


Work collaboratively and negotiate and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activities
Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact
Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns, in particular when there is a risk which could prevent the company from meeting customer demands or where there are over capacity concerns
Support product change requests and review and communicate the impact on capacity plans
Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications


Other Requirements


Must possess at least a B.Sc./ BA/ or HND in a relevant course of study
Ability to learn and adapt to a fast-paced environment
Willingness to learn
Excellent command of English Language, Verbal and Oral
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
Great presentation skills
Great Negotiation skills
Resilience.