PZ Cussons Nigeria: RAW Material Buyer/ Technical Buyer

RAW Material Buyer/ Technical Buyer

• Source for raw materials.
• Manage the supplier relationships of the portfolio for which he/she is  responsible.
• Ensure the on going availability of materials of the right quality, at the optimal total cost, in line with the production requirement and stocking policy.
• Coordinate the materials request planning and New materials approval process management.
• Negotiate with external and internal suppliers.
• Review monthly procurement performance.
• Coordinate supply chain management, consignment management and inventory management.

• Have strong academic qualifications (minimum degree level, MBA or CIPS will be an added advantage).
• Have 8 -10 years work experience in Planning and Logistics.
• Be dynamic and ambitious with sound technical background.
• Possess project management skills.
• Have good knowledge of all Ports operations.
• Have good understanding of Banking operations and handling of Government Agencies
• Have detailed knowledge of the production planning and purchasing process, together with an understanding of company’s portfolio of materials and suppliers.
• Have a good knowledge of  the rules, regulations and practices pertaining to sourcing / importing / purchasing from source.
• Be conversant with stock control techniques and issues. 
• Exhibit detailed knowledge of vendor management principles and practices. 
• Possess high negotiating power
• Posses a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE, ONENESS.