Estrada International Staffing Solutions is a strategic boutique specialist recruitment consulting firm, serving clients with expertise in recruitment services across all sectors ranging from Banking, Insurance, Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, FMCGs and Construction, with the aim of satisfying their recruitment needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing (Alcoholic Beverages)

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded Procurement Manager to join our team.
• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the cost-effective acquisition of raw materials, packaging materials, and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize cost efficiency, supplier quality, and delivery timelines.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on their ability to meet our company’s quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality control, and logistics, to align procurement efforts with company objectives.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain and manage any supplier-related issues promptly.
• Implement and oversee procurement processes and policies that adhere to relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. An MBA or relevant professional certification will be a plus.
• Proven experience in procurement, preferably within the alcoholic beverage industry or a related field.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost savings and favorable supplier contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain and procurement best practices, including supplier evaluation and risk management.
• Familiarity with market dynamics, trends, and pricing in the alcoholic beverage industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools for data analysis and contract management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a procurement team.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work effectively under pressure.

Salary

• Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2023.