Assistant Procurement Officer at Charterhouse Lagos

Charterhouse - We aim to create a British-style international school reflecting the heritage and culture of the great UK independent schools. We are in search of courageous individuals who embrace challenges head-on and defy conventional expectations. We seek leaders who have the vision to set ambitious targets for students and staff; and who are unafraid to dream big and set lofty goals that will drive our school’s growth and success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Finance

Role Overview

• Full-time, on-site, 5 days a week, with occasional evenings and weekends for special events.
• The role includes implementing procurement policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure regulatory compliance and achieve cost effective outcomes.

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Procurement Officer supports the organization by efficiently sourcing, negotiating and acquiring necessary goods and services.
• Support procurement processes, including vendor identification, evaluation, and selection.
• Evaluate vendor performance and provide feedback to the procurement team.
• Prepare reports on procurement activities, including cost saving.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and stay informed about industry trends.

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Two years’ experience in procurement, inventory management or supply chain Management.
• Knowledge of procurement requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Strong negotiations and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal relationship- building skills.
• Familiarity with education-specific accounting software.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.