CcHUB is Nigeria’s first open living lab and pre-incubation space being designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place. The HUB is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time (On-site)

Job Purpose

• The Procurement Manager will play a crucial role in managing and optimising our procurement processes across all our locations.
• This role goes beyond transactional buying to focus on strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract governance, risk mitigation, and cost optimisation to ensure CcHUB achieves best-in-class procurement outcomes.
• You will drive value for money, quality, and timeliness across all categories of spend (goods, services, technology, and infrastructure), while ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations.
• The Procurement Manager will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, enabling procurement to contribute directly to CcHUB’s growth, operational resilience, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives and budgetary requirements.
• Lead initiatives to optimise procurement processes, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.
• Provide insights on market trends, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.

Supplier & Vendor Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers that meet quality, cost, and compliance standards.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain a reliable vendor database.

Operational Procurement Oversight:

• Oversee procurement operations including purchase requests, purchase orders, delivery tracking, and invoice processing.
• Ensure timely acquisition of goods and services to support operational continuity.
• Collaborate closely with finance to ensure contracts and expenditures are aligned with organisational budgets.

Policy, Compliance & Risk Management:

• Develop, maintain, and enforce procurement policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations, and internal governance standards.
• Proactively identify procurement risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with other Practices to understand procurement needs and provide best-in-class solutions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for procurement-related queries across all departments.

Cost Optimisation & Reporting:

• Conduct cost analysis, benchmarking, and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and savings.
• Prepare and present procurement reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and compliance metrics.

Key Performance Indicators

• Cost Savings
• Supplier Performance
• Contract Compliance
• Sourcing Efficiency
• Inventory Management
• Risk Management
• Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or relevant field
• At least seven years of relevant work experience
• Proven experience working in the operations field
• Experience in project management and data analysis, tools (excel, google sheets) and reporting is a plus
• Proficient in GSuite tools (docs, slides, sheets, etc.)
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Experience working with a global teams in a fastpaced environment
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to take initiative and work within set guidelines and as part of a team.
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.