Purchase Officer at Sayed Farms Limited

Sayed Farms Limited specialises in the poultry sector, covering all its major aspects, and also in the distribution of frozen food in the Nigerian Market. Our line of frozen products has expanded to include the finest quality of chicken, potatoes, cheese, vegetables, seafood, and ice cream products in the market.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Purchase Officer

Job Reference: PO2025001
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Purchase Officer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of IT gargets, stationaries, raw materials, spare parts, consumables, and services required for efficient manufacturing operations.
• The role ensures timely procurement at competitive prices while maintaining quality standards and compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure stationaries, raw materials, packaging materials, spare parts, and other production-related items in line with approved specifications.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor contracts.
• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Obtain and analyze quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness and value for money.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production, warehouse, and stores to prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to support uninterrupted production schedules.
• Track and follow up on outstanding purchase orders and resolve supply issues.
• Ensure all procured items meet required quality and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation, and reports.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Support periodic supplier performance evaluations and audits.
• Liaise with Finance to ensure proper invoice verification and payment processing.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CIPSMN) is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing materials and supply chain processes.
• Excellent analytical and cost-control skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Application Letters and CV along with passport photographs to: jobs@sayedfarms.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.