Procurement Officer
Location: Ibeju- Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a smart, organized, and result-oriented Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing and purchasing activities of our agrochemical company.
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely procurement of raw materials, chemicals, packaging materials, office supplies, equipment, and other operational needs while maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards.
- The candidate must be proactive, trustworthy, detail-oriented, and willing to relocate to the Lekki Free Zone axis.
Key Responsibilities
- Source reliable suppliers and negotiate competitive prices.
- Prepare and process purchase orders and procurement documents.
- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials and supplies.
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors and service providers.
- Compare quotations and evaluate supplier performance.
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse/store personnel.
- Ensure procured products meet company quality and safety standards.
- Track deliveries and resolve supply issues promptly.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and reports.
- Support importation and logistics coordination where necessary.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
- Work closely with finance, warehouse, operations, and management teams.
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
- 2–4 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain operations.
- Experience in agrochemical, manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial sectors is an added advantage.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Good knowledge of vendor management and procurement processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
- Candidate must be willing to relocate to the Lekki Free Zone axis.
Salary
N300,000 - N350,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: saheed.adesina@essencechem.com using the job title as the subject of the email.