Procurement Manager - Dangote Industries Limited

Job Summary:

Strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers. Ensure that DCP’s procurements established processes are followed and strictly adhered to.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Scrutinise the purchase request from user departments and determine the appropriate method of procurement, Quotation, Tender and Request for Proposal
• Work together with departments, vendors, and technical experts in preparing specifications for Quotations, Tenders, Proposals and Supply Agreements in a clear and concise manner.

• Manage the preparation of the procurement documents, utilizing sustainable procurement best practices, while adhering to the company’s corporate policies prior to issuing the RFQ/tender.
• Coordinate the negotiation of quotations/tenders for the purchase of goods and services for the company.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration with major suppliers for greater consistency and efficiencies in the procurement process.
• Carry out an in-depth analysis of all bids received in response to each Tender, Proposal and Quotation to identify the response that best meets the needs of the user department.
• Prepare contract/LPO with vendor and maintain contract after award, ensuring that all documents are kept current and complete. Confer with suppliers regarding delivery, quality, etc. to ensure that the requirements are met.
• Develop and formulate purchasing procedures and practices as required.
• Participate in the annual reporting process for budget requirements, including monitoring and tracking of all outstanding orders.
• Perform audits of Procurement processes to identify problem areas and/ or high usage commodities where pricing agreements may benefit the organization.
• Arrange and implement supplier development strategies.

Requirements

Key Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Management Sciences or another related field
• A Master’s Degree/MBA will be an added advantage
• Membership in relevant Professional Association (CIPS, NIPS etc)
• 18 and above years’ experience in Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of the cement manufacturing industry
• Knowledge & Use of SAP Materials Management (MM).
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Good analysis and organizing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

Benefits

• Private health insurance
• Provident Fund
• Paid time off
• Training and Development