Head of Procurement at Leanx Support and Consulting

Leanx Support and Consulting is passionate about helping businesses thrive. Our comprehensive suite of services is designed to unlock your business's full potential and drive success. From HR Business Process Outsourcing to strategic digital marketing, lead generation, and expert business consultation, we provide the tools and expertise you need to accelerate growth and outshine the competition.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Procurement

Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Procurement to lead our procurement function.
• The Head of Procurement will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing effective procurement strategies, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining high standards of quality.

Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement:

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with the company's goals.
• Lead the procurement team in sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services.

Supplier Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and vendors.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Contract Negotiation:

• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.

Cost Management:

• Implement cost-effective procurement strategies to achieve financial objectives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to establish and maintain quality standards.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to product or service quality.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the procurement process.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard the procurement function.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and enhance procurement processes for efficiency.
• Implement best practices to streamline the procurement lifecycle.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture.

Budget Management:

• Collaborate with finance to develop and manage procurement budgets.
• Monitor and control expenditures to align with budgetary constraints.

Reporting:

• Generate regular reports on procurement performance for senior management.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master's Degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on strategic sourcing and vendor management.
• Proven track record of implementing successful procurement strategies.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Familiarity with procurement in the real estate industry is advantageous.

Salary

• N200,000 - N300,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2024.