Procurement Supervisor (Palm Kernel) at Noble-Eagle Industries Limited

Nobel-Eagle Industries Limited is a dynamic manufacturing powerhouse with a diverse portfolio spanning edible oils, bottled water, animal feeds, breakfast cereals, palm kernel oil, and seasoning cubes. Noble-Eagle is a formidable industrial entity that seamlessly integrates various production lines and delivers exceptional products that cater to the evolving needs of local and global markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Supervisor (Palm Kernel)

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Procurement Supervisor (Palm Kernel) will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and ensuring continuous supply of quality palm kernels for factory operations.
• The role involves vendor development, price negotiation, market intelligence, logistics coordination, and maintaining procurement records while ensuring cost optimization and timely deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Source palm kernels from suppliers, aggregators, and farmers across different regions
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of palm kernels to meet production requirements
• Conduct supplier negotiations for pricing, quality, payment terms, and delivery schedules
• Develop and maintain a strong supplier network for competitive procurement
• Identify and onboard new vendors and suppliers
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, quantity, pricing, and delivery timelines
• Maintain healthy business relationships with suppliers and transporters
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance team for inspection and approval of palm kernels
• Ensure procured materials meet company quality standards and specifications
• Monitor moisture content, dirt levels, shell percentage, and other quality parameters
• Track daily market prices and availability of palm kernels
• Monitor seasonal trends, competitor activities, and supply-demand dynamics
• Share regular procurement and market reports with management
• Coordinate transportation and delivery schedules to the factory
• Ensure timely movement of materials from suppliers to plant
• Follow up on dispatches, weighbridge documentation, and goods receipt processes
• Maintain procurement records, supplier agreements, and purchase orders
• Prepare daily and monthly procurement MIS reports
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and audit requirements

Requirements

• HND / B.Sc Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field
• 3 - 6 years of experience in agricultural commodity procurement, preferably in palm kernel, palm oil, or edible oil industry
• Experience working in rural or agro-commodity sourcing environments is an added advantage
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Good understanding of palm kernel quality parameters and market dynamics
• Knowledge of local sourcing networks in Nigeria
• Proficiency in MS Excel and procurement reporting
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage field procurement activities
• Strong analytical and cost-control mindset
• Willingness to travel extensively for field procurement activities
• Familiarity with procurement operations in Ondo State and surrounding palm-producing regions preferred
• Knowledge of local languages is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
30th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: o.ovakporaye@capitalsage.ng using "Procurement Supervisor (Palm Kernel)" as the subject of the email.

Important Notice: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.