Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited has a Vision to be the market leader in the Day Old Chicks market; through exceptional quality products and services that will guarantee profitable poultry farming. The Company produces high-quality Day-Old Chicks and Point of Cage Pullets. Over the years, we have remained focused on our main objective to produce high quality chicks, in a highly hygienic environment leveraging innovative solutions grounded in Research and Development.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Purpose
Responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement process within the company. This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, purchasing goods and services, and ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
Sourcing Suppliers:
Identify potential suppliers and conduct market research to assess their capabilities, pricing, and quality.
Develop and maintain a qualified supplier database.
Collaborate with the sourcing team to evaluate and select suppliers based on predefined criteria.
Vendor Negotiations:
Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and conditions.
Ensure that procurement contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Work with the legal department, if necessary, to review and finalize contracts.
Purchase Order Processing:
Create and manage purchase orders for goods and services.
Verify purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy.
Ensure timely approval and processing of purchase orders.
Cost Control:
Monitor and analyse procurement costs and trends.
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Negotiate bulk purchase discounts where applicable.
Quality Assurance:
Collaborate with quality control and assurance teams to ensure that procured goods and services meet established quality standards.
Address and resolve quality issues with suppliers promptly.
Inventory Management:
Coordinate with the inventory management team to ensure that stock levels are maintained within defined parameters.
Monitor inventory turnover and obsolescence.
Implement inventory control measures to minimize losses.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
Stay informed about relevant industry regulations and ensure adherence.
Assist in audits related to procurement activities.
Reporting:
Generate and analyse procurement reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
Prepare regular reports for management to review procurement activities, cost savings, and potential risks.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
Address supplier concerns and resolve issues promptly.
Evaluate supplier performance regularly.
Sustainability and Ethics:
Promote sustainable procurement practices and ethical sourcing.
Consider environmental and social responsibility in procurement decisions
Education Qualification
BSc / HND in Accounting, Business Administration or any other related course
Required Years of Experience:
At least 2 years of experience in procurement or a similar procurement leadership role within the agricultural or feed Production.
Required Skills and Competencies:
Strong understanding of procurement strategies, supply chain management, and market dynamics
Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Familiarity with industry regulations and quality standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a procurement team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
People and time management
Report writing and presentation
Protection of Confidential Information
Excellent relationship management skills
Expected Behavioral Competencies:
Resourcefulness
Dependability
Passion
Integrity
Promptness
Accountability
Application Closing Date
1st March, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.