Procurement Specialist at WIOCC Nigeria Limited | Jobs in Nigeria

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:  Procurement Specialist

Location: Lagos

Job Objective

• Manage procurement and logistics processes efficiently, build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and support organisation goals and objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement procurement policies and plans to acquire high-quality materials, goods and services
• Collaborate with departments to determine procurement needs, specifications and forecasts
• Perform global sourcing while ensuring compliance with international standards and trade regulations
• Identify, prequalify and onboard compliant suppliers across diverse regions, ensuring a competitive, reliable and sustainable supply chain
• Identifying go-to-market strategies, conducting supplier benchmarking and market surveys to diversify and strengthen the supplier database
• Assist in bidding processes, including preparing RFQs, RFPs and TORs and conducting technical and financial analysis of procurement deals
• Negotiate purchase terms and conditions and supplier contracts by collaborating with cross-functional teams, securing favourable pricing structures, SLAs and MSAs
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and approvals on NetSuite to ensure timely processing, delivery and document compliance
• Support in cost optimisation initiatives through liaison with cross-functional departments
• Analyse industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
• Support in tracking inventory levels, replenishment of goods as needed and ensuring accurate records in NetSuite
• Generate and manage daily, monthly and quarterly procurement reports
• Analyse, evaluate and monitor supplier performance to drive continuous improvement
• Support in logistics operations including shipping, local customs clearance and delivery
• Develop efficient procurement solutions to enhance operational effectiveness
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to secure favourable pricing on products

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Professional certification and membership such as CIPS, or equivalent is highly desirable
• Proficiency in IT and ERP systems (Netsuite) experience is an advantage)

Experience & Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement and supply management within a multinational, telecommunications, or large organisation
• In-depth understanding of procurement processes, best practices and contract administration
• Proven track record of global sourcing and managing international suppliers, particularly in African, European and Asian markets
• Familiarity with legislative and regulatory requirements, import/export procedures and global shipping practices
• Understanding of standard contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal risk
• Supplier relationship management and strong sourcing strategies
• Expertise in telecom-related procurement, including CAPEX (connectivity services such as fibre builds, capacity, colocation, network equipment and accessories), data centre infrastructure (MEPF), fit-out, OPEX (operations projects) and logistics services, is essential
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

Attributes:

• Client-centric with high ethical standards.
• Boundless, passionate and flexible.
• Detail-oriented, accurate and committed to excellence
• Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork, partnerships and independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.