Procurement Manager at SIMS Nigeria Limited

SIMS Nigeria Limited specializes in the assembly, distribution and sales of consumer electronics from major brands such as - Samsung, Panasonic, Royal, Skyworth, Electrolux, Bosch, Philips and Powermatic. Our business started out in 1987 and since then we have grown to be a market leader in the home appliances & consumer electronics market in Nigeria. We operate a number of branches that cut across most of Nigeria’s geopolitical zones in major cities such as Lagos, Port-Harcourt, Abuja, Onitsha, Enugu, Uyo and Kano.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Procurement Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all procurement activities across SIMS Nigeria to ensure cost efficiency, quality assurance, and timely availability of goods and services.
• The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and management to support business operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and budgetary controls.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Manage vendor relationships and conduct periodic supplier performance reviews.
• Oversee purchase planning, requisitions, approvals, and purchase order management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Coordinate inventory planning with relevant departments to prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
• Analyze procurement data and prepare periodic reports for management decision-making.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Required Experience / Qualifications

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CIPSMN) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant procurement experience, preferably in FMCG, retail, or consumer electronics.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Application Closing Date
21st January, 2026.