Procurement Services Specialist at KPMG Nigeria

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firm with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Services Specialist

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Contract

Job Summary

• We are currently seeking a Procurement Services Specialist to be responsible for ensuring the timely issuance of Purchase Orders according to a client's required time scales.

Job Details

• Ensuring change order requests and TQ’s are timely addressed
• Negotiating price and lead time from potential suppliers and placing Purchase orders to secure materials and obtain the best cost and supply opportunities while maintaining quality standards
• Managing the supplier catalogues to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of Purchase Orders
• Timely notifying End Users/Requisitioners when delivery will not meet the required schedule and escalating issues where necessary for resolution
• Ensuring compliance with all of the client’s Procurement Processes
• Reviewing commercial clauses, scopes, negotiating purchase orders terms and conditions, commercial pricing, and ensuring appropriate reviews and approvals are completed prior to execution

Requirements

• Graduated with a minimum GPA of Second-Class Lower (2.2) 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a procurement buyer or equivalent business experience
• Certifications in any of the following will be an advantage: The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), Nigerian Institute of Purchasing and Supply (NIPS), Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management (CISCM), Six Sigma, or other relevant procurement and supply chain certifications
• Strong decision-making skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities for managing complexities and risks
• Familiarity with supply chain technologies

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2025.