Khenpro Global Services is a human capital organization based in Lagos, Nigeria. We provide human resources services to various clients in different sectors. Our Recruitment and Outsourcing Services have helped improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our clients’ service delivery. Our main focus is to enhance client organizations by providing quality services on various aspects of their human resources, allowing the organization to focus on its core issues.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Mainland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of raw materials, packaging materials, food ingredients, equipment, consumables, and other operational supplies required for the business.
• The role ensures uninterrupted supply, effective supplier relationship management, cost optimization, compliance with food safety standards, and efficient inventory support across all business locations.
• The ideal candidate must possess strong procurement experience within the confectionery, bakery, food manufacturing, Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), or FMCG industry and demonstrate hands-on experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to manage procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers to obtain the best value in terms of quality, price, delivery, and service.
• Procure food ingredients, packaging materials, bakery and confectionery raw materials, equipment, consumables, and indirect materials.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and alternative sourcing opportunities.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or food safety standards.

Supplier Management:

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage supplier performance.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and service level agreements.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships while ensuring accountability and performance.
• Conduct periodic supplier audits and performance reviews.

Inventory & Supply Planning:

• Collaborate closely with Production, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations to forecast procurement requirements.
• Ensure adequate stock availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Monitor reorder levels and prevent stock-outs of critical materials.
• Coordinate timely deliveries to support production schedules and retail operations.

ERP & Procurement Systems:

• Manage procurement activities using ERP software.
• Generate purchase requisitions, purchase orders, goods receipt notes, and procurement reports.
• Maintain accurate procurement records within the ERP system.
• Analyze procurement data to support decision-making and cost optimization.

Cost Control & Compliance:

• Monitor procurement budgets and spending.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and approval processes.
• Ensure all procured items comply with food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and regulatory requirements.

Reporting:

• Prepare weekly and monthly procurement reports.
• Track supplier performance KPIs.
• Analyse procurement trends and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Present procurement performance to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Professional procurement certification (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies is desirable.

Experience:

• 5 – 8 years procurement experience.
• At least 3 years in a Procurement Manager or Senior Procurement Officer role.
• Mandatory experience within any of the following industries:
  • Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)
  • Confectionery
  • Bakery
  • Food Manufacturing
  • FMCG
• Proven experience purchasing food ingredients, packaging materials, production supplies, and operational consumables.
• Demonstrated experience using ERP systems.

Application Closing Date
16th August, 2026.