Our client, is a key player in the telecoms industry, providing best-in- class network solutions and security services and maintains end-to-end network infrastructure for telecommunications (Wireless telecommunications Managed Services) to Cellular Operators, and 3rd party Network providers including industrial/commercial security is seeking to hire an experienced Head Procurement Officer that will ensure and carry out negotiations and reviews of prices are carried out in favourable terms to the organisation to achieve savings.
Job DescriptionThe Head, Procurement Officer will report directly to Chief Legal Officer and will have the following direct reports:
• Procurement supervisor
• Procurement & Logistics Coordinator
• Procurement Analyst
• Procurement Accountant
PURPOSE
• To design, develop and review policies, processes and procedure (PPP) in line with world class procurement best practices
• Implement the use of Procurement &Logistics PPP for efficient implementation of policies to ensure reduction in turn-around time
• To provide direction for the Procurement & logistics department
• To coordinate and oversee team members’ compliance to policies, processes and procedures
• To ensure and carry out negotiations and reviews of prices are carried out in favourable terms to the organisation to achieve savings
• To provide direction and guidance to the subordinate staff
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
• Minimum of 13 years post-graduation work experience in a reputable establishment, out of which 6 years must have been spent in procurement preferably in a telecom environment
• 3 years supervisory/managerial capacity
• Keen analytical mind
• Detailed and optimum attention to details
• Ability to work without supervision
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Database Administration
• Financial Acumen
• Planning and Budgeting skills
• Planning and Organising skills
• Procurement Management skills
• Supplier Management skills
• Proficiency in the use of basic Microsoft Office Suite Applications.
COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
• Main Internal Contacts: All departments within the company
• Main External Contacts: All suppliers, competitors, industries in similar operations
SCOPE FOR IMPACT:
Direct Impact On The Company Bottom Line.
Impacts Quality of Goods and/or Services Purchased
Qualifications• First degree in business-related discipline or Engineering
• Post-graduate qualification in business-related discipline
• Professional certification in Purchasing and Supply chain Management or Logistics and supply Chain Management
- Minimum of 13 years post-graduation work experience in a reputable establishment, out of which 6 years must have been spent in procurement preferably in a telecom environment
- 3 years supervisory/managerial capacity
Skills Required
- Minimum of 13 years post-graduation work experience
- 6 years in procurement preferably in telecom
- 3 years in supervisory/managerial role
- Professional certification in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
What We Do
Fosad Consulting is an independent cross-industry HR and Engineering consulting firm. We partner with international and local companies seeking to accelerate the growth of their businesses by providing solutions that drive their businesses to succeed. Our solutions cater to multiple industries, including the oil and gas, financial services, telecommunications, transport, hospitality, healthcare and retail; and our projects are supported by professionals who have proven that they have what it takes to deliver against the odds to delight our clients. For over 20 years we have provided hands-on solutions to a number of global brands, hence we understand how they work, their expectations, as well as the need to constantly provide services that are top-notch and meet the required global standards. We are a leading provider of specialist Outsourcing solutions that extend to HR Services, Engineering, Expatriate Management protocols, Procurement, Learning & development interventions, Oil & Gas, and a host of services to some of the world’s most interesting brands. We are proud members of the Nigerian American Chamber of Commerce – a foremost organisation that seeks to bridge the gap between Nigerian businesses and their counterparts in the United States. We are also registered members of the Networking with the United States of America (NUSA) program; under the auspices of the US Commercial Service initiative in Nigeria. Part of our commitment to customer service means giving our clients honest, straightforward and, sometimes, even difficult advice. At Fosad we know you can’t afford to get it wrong and that’s why we do everything to make sure you get it right.
