Procurement Specialist at WIOCC Nigeria Limited

WIOCC is the leading player in the deployment of carrier-scale, future-proofed network infrastructure into Africa. We have the flexibility and scale to meet the ever-growing demand for reliable, high-speed capacity throughout Africa, driven by end consumers, enterprise users and the ecosystem that supports them. Our policy of continual investment in our network to create Africa’s first, truly hyperscale network infrastructure means ongoing investment for growth, ensuring our readiness to meet the future data volume demands of end users throughout Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:  Procurement Specialist

Location: Lagos

Job Objective

• Manage procurement and logistics processes efficiently, build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and support organisation goals and objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement procurement policies and plans to acquire high-quality materials, goods and services
• Collaborate with departments to determine procurement needs, specifications and forecasts
• Perform global sourcing while ensuring compliance with international standards and trade regulations
• Identify, prequalify and onboard compliant suppliers across diverse regions, ensuring a competitive, reliable and sustainable supply chain
• Identifying go-to-market strategies, conducting supplier benchmarking and market surveys to diversify and strengthen the supplier database
• Assist in bidding processes, including preparing RFQs, RFPs and TORs and conducting technical and financial analysis of procurement deals
• Negotiate purchase terms and conditions and supplier contracts by collaborating with cross-functional teams, securing favourable pricing structures, SLAs and MSAs
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and approvals on NetSuite to ensure timely processing, delivery and document compliance
• Support in cost optimisation initiatives through liaison with cross-functional departments
• Analyse industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
• Support in tracking inventory levels, replenishment of goods as needed and ensuring accurate records in NetSuite
• Generate and manage daily, monthly and quarterly procurement reports
• Analyse, evaluate and monitor supplier performance to drive continuous improvement
• Support in logistics operations including shipping, local customs clearance and delivery
• Develop efficient procurement solutions to enhance operational effectiveness
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to secure favourable pricing on products

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Professional certification and membership such as CIPS, or equivalent is highly desirable
• Proficiency in IT and ERP systems (Netsuite) experience is an advantage)

Experience & Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement and supply management within a multinational, telecommunications, or large organisation
• In-depth understanding of procurement processes, best practices and contract administration
• Proven track record of global sourcing and managing international suppliers, particularly in African, European and Asian markets
• Familiarity with legislative and regulatory requirements, import/export procedures and global shipping practices
• Understanding of standard contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal risk
• Supplier relationship management and strong sourcing strategies
• Expertise in telecom-related procurement, including CAPEX (connectivity services such as fibre builds, capacity, colocation, network equipment and accessories), data centre infrastructure (MEPF), fit-out, OPEX (operations projects) and logistics services, is essential
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

Attributes:

• Client-centric with high ethical standards.
• Boundless, passionate and flexible.
• Detail-oriented, accurate and committed to excellence
• Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork, partnerships and independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Application Closing Date
31st March 2025.