Procurement Manager at PulsePoint HR

PulsePoint HR - Our client is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Mode: Onsite

Job Overview

• Our client is hiring a Procurement Manager to take charge of our purchasing operations at a busy container terminal.
• This role is key to helping us streamline procurement, manage costs, and modernize how we source everything from fuel and marine equipment to maintenance services.
• If you have deep experience in supply chain, love optimizing systems, and can lead vendor negotiations with confidence, we would love to meet you.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's operational and financial goals.
• Lead the transformation of the procurement process by introducing automation, performance tracking, and process optimization to adhere to current best practices.
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendor relationships for goods and services, including terminal equipment, barge supplies, marine parts, fuel, and maintenance contracts.
• Oversee the tendering/bidding process, conduct contract negotiations, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Forecast procurement needs and coordinate with the operations, engineering, marine, and finance departments to ensure timely and accurate purchasing.
• Ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Build a reliable supplier base and continuously evaluate supplier performance and market competitiveness.
• Implement risk management strategies throughout the procurement process to minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant laws, internal standards, and maritime industry regulations.
• Stay updated on market trends and best practices in marine logistics procurement, integrating applicable innovations.
• Improve and automate our procurement systems for better tracking, transparency, and speed.
• Manage sourcing and supplier relationships across key categories like barge parts, fuel, and technical services.
• Coordinate closely with operations, engineering, marine, and finance teams to ensure timely purchasing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree is a strong plus.
• Procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, NIProc, etc.) are highly preferred.
• 7–10 years in procurement or supply chain roles, with significant experience in logistics, terminals, or ports.
• Hands-on experience improving procurement systems or leading digital transformation is a big advantage.

Skills You Will Need to Succeed:

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Familiarity with marine equipment sourcing and technical procurement.
• Solid grasp of ERP or procurement tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership capabilities.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
4th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online