Procurement Buyer at the Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. At The Coca-Cola Company you can cultivate your career in a challenging and dynamic environment. We are the largest manufacturer and distributor of nonalcoholic drinks in the world-selling more than 1 billion drinks a day. Unlock your full potential with a future-focused company that is known and respected throughout the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Buyer

Location: Head Office, Lagos (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Job

• The category for this position is Idle Asset, Scrap and Waste Disposal.
• The idle asset, scrap and waste disposal officer is responsible for the efficient and timely disposal of obsolete/written off assets, material wastes and scrap items generated across all company plants and office locationsThis role ensures that disposal processes align and are in compliance with company policies, environmental regulations and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the identification, categorization, and disposal of obsolete assets.
• Develop and maintain a schedule for regular disposal activities to ensure timely processing.
• Work closely with the supply chain function, all plant managers, finance BP to assess and approve disposal requests.
• Ensure all plants and office locations adhere to relevant policies on Idle assets, wastes and scrap management.
• Maintain records of disposed assets.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on disposal activities and compliance status.
• Identify and engage with certified disposal vendors for various types of waste and obsolete assets.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and efficient disposal processes.
• Analyse spot disposal and take proactive actions to ensure plants and locations are clear of waste that might be of an environmental hazard.

Do you have these Skills:

• Action Oriented
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Drive for Results
• Technical Learning
• Customer Focus

Knowledge & Experience

• University Degree (Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Legal or similar course is an added advantage)
• Knowledge of procurement process especially in the specified category [scrap & waste disposal) is required
• CIPS preferred or other certification is an added advantage
• 3-5 years experience in Procurement processes and activities.
• Knowledge and use of SAP, other ERP systems with focus on Purchasing is an asset
• Efficient use of Microsoft Office packagesEspecially Microsoft Excel & Powerpoint.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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