Procurement Officer at Uniccon Group of Companies

Uniccon Group is the home of innovative and customizable tech products to meet your needs. We combine world-class expertise, experience, and modern tools to scale up your productivity. Valuing and collaborating for the best services have kept us ahead of the market. Individuals, SMEs, organisation, and government agencies achieve more with us.

Uniccon Group owns Africa’s leading hub for STEM research, training, and solutions (STEMFocus). Research is the bedrock of our innovative services in the marketplace, payment gateway, workflow optimization, financial intel, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and e-learning products. We are futuristic and leading with METAVERSE and NFTs in Africa. The operations extend to Agro-commodities processing and export, fashion brands, and general contracting business. It oversees operations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other parts of the world. The products are innovative, and customizable to meet market needs. Unicorn Group is a key player in their respective industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a procurement officer who will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process within our organization, from identifying sourcing needs to selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify the organization's procurement needs for goods and services.
• Research and evaluate potential suppliers, considering factors such as quality, cost, reliability, and reputation.
• Conduct supplier assessments and due diligence to determine their suitability.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Draft and review procurement contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and control procurement expenses to stay within budgetary limits.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate better deals with suppliers.
• Analyze price trends and market conditions.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and vendor performance.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring timely and efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Mitigate procurement-related risks and maintain proper documentation.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and emerging procurement technologies.Recommend changes and improvements in procurement strategies and processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years working experience in procurement or supply chain management is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and under pressure.

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.