Purchasing Officer at Willers Solutions Limited

Willers Solutions Limited – Our client, a reputable firm is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Purchasing Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them in order to determine product availability and terms of sales.
Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
Control purchasing department budgets.
Interview and hire staff, and oversee staff training.
Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
Analyze market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability
Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials.
Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers.
Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.
Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
Administer on-line purchasing systems.
Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.

Job Requirements

Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer
Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. Procurify or SpendMap)
Understanding of supply chain procedures
Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
Negotiation skills
BSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field.

Application Closing Date
23rd February, 2020.