Head of Procurement at a Real Estate / Construction Company - UHR Consult Limited

Universal Human Resource (UHR) Consult Limited - Our client, a real estate / construction company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Procurement

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate will lead strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiations, and inventory control, ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and company goals.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process—from sourcing and negotiation to contract management and delivery.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage a reliable supplier base for construction materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to understand material requirements and ensure timely procurement.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Lead contract negotiations, ensuring terms are favorable and risks are mitigated.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, pricing, and new materials in the construction and real estate industry.
• Oversee the preparation and management of procurement budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve procurement efficiency.
• Lead and mentor the procurement team to build a strong, high-performing department.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 8 – 10 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role in the construction or real estate sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, vendor markets, and procurement regulations.
• Excellent negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight project deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Sourcing.
• Contract and Vendor Management.
• Budgeting and Cost Control.
• Market Intelligence and Analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement.
• Leadership and Team Development.
• Risk Management.

Remuneration
Very competitive salary with health packages.

Application Closing Date
12th August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter in PDF to: uhrconsultlimited2019@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.